Meaning
悦耳 describes sounds that are pleasing and agreeable to listen to. It combines 悦 (to please, delight) with 耳 (ear), literally meaning 'pleasing to the ear.' This word is commonly used to describe music, voices, natural sounds, or any auditory experience that brings pleasure.
Usage
悦耳 is typically used in written or formal contexts to describe aesthetically pleasing sounds. It's often paired with nouns like 声音 (sound), 音乐 (music), or 歌声 (singing voice). Native speakers might use it to compliment someone's voice or describe beautiful music, though in casual conversation, simpler terms like 好听 are more common.
Examples
- 01她的歌声非常悦耳，让人陶醉。, .Her singing voice is very melodious and intoxicating.
- 02窗外传来鸟儿悦耳的鸣叫声。.Pleasant birdsong came from outside the window.
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Common collocations
- 悦耳的声音pleasant-sounding voice
- 悦耳动听melodious and pleasant
- 悦耳的音乐pleasant music
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 悦 (pleasure, delight) from the heart radical with 耳 (ear), creating a compound that literally means 'delighting the ear.' This follows a classical Chinese pattern of combining sense organs with emotional states.