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“make a sound” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinfā chū

Example

请把声音发出来一点。qǐng bǎ shēng yīn fā chū lái yì diǎn

Please speak a little louder.

Illustration for 发出 (make a sound)

How to say “make a sound” in Chinese

“Make a sound” in Chinese is 发出 (fā chū).

Something moves from an inner source outward as a sound, signal, smell, light, or message for others to sense or receive.

Full entry for 发出: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 发出

他在网络上发出了一条求助信息。tā zài wǎng luò shàng fā chū le yì tiáo qiú zhù xìn xī

He sent a message asking for help online.

Tips for using 发出

  • The Chinese verb does not require a deliberate sender, so an odor, noise, or light can be its subject as well as a person or device transmitting information.

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