呻吟

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Usage of "呻吟"

"呻吟" primarily means to moan or groan, often expressing pain, discomfort, or exhaustion. It is commonly used to describe sounds made by people who are suffering physically or emotionally.

Different contexts

  1. Literal physical pain or discomfort: Patients or injured people often "呻吟" to express their suffering.
  2. Exhaustion or fatigue: After intense physical activity, people might "呻吟" to show tiredness.
  3. Poetic or artistic expression: Sometimes "呻吟" can describe a low, expressive vocalization, such as a poet chanting with emotion.

Common collocations

Nuances and tips

"呻吟" usually implies involuntary or semi-voluntary sounds of discomfort or emotion. It is more intense than just "" (to say) or "" (to call). Avoid confusing it with "" alone, which often relates to singing or chanting without the pain connotation. "呻吟" is neutral in tone but often appears in serious or descriptive contexts.

Example Sentences

The patient couldn't help moaning, and the doctor quickly went over to

He kept moaning after intense exercise, looking very exhausted.

The poet chanted the ancient poem, with a slight moaning sound in his voice.