English–Chinese
“be heard” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinchuán lái
Example
从楼下传来说话声。cóng lóu xià chuán lái shuō huà shēng
The sound of people talking can be heard from downstairs.
How to say “be heard” in Chinese
“Be heard” in Chinese is 传来 (chuán lái).
Something from elsewhere travels toward the point of attention, where it can be sensed or received.
Example sentences with 传来
电话里传来熟悉的声音。diàn huà lǐ chuán lái shú xī de shēng yīn
A familiar voice came through the phone.
Tips for using 传来
- English often starts with the person who hears or receives something, but Chinese can make the arriving sound or message the subject without naming a hearer.