adjective HSK 5
Traditional 動聽
pleasant to listen to · melodious · beautiful-sounding
Meaning
动听 describes sounds, especially music or voices, that are pleasing and moving to the ear. The word literally combines 动 (to move) and 听 (to listen), conveying the sense that what you hear touches or stirs your emotions.
Usage
Commonly used to praise music, singing, voices, or any auditory experience that is emotionally appealing. It's a positive, somewhat literary term used in both formal and informal contexts. Often appears with 声音 (voice/sound) or 音乐 (music).
Examples
- 01她的歌声非常动听，听了让人心情愉快。, .Her singing voice is very melodious; listening to it makes people feel happy.
- 02这首曲子旋律动听，我已经听了好多遍了。, .This piece has a beautiful melody; I've already listened to it many times.
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Common collocations
- 动听的歌声beautiful singing voice
- 动听的音乐melodious music
- 声音很动听the voice/sound is very pleasant
Antonyms
Origin
The compound combines 动 (to move emotionally) with 听 (to hear), literally meaning sounds that move the listener's heart.