sướng tai
Definition
- Adjective:
- Pleasing to the ear: Describes a sound, voice, or piece of music that is melodious, harmonious, and creates a feeling of pleasure or delight for the listener.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Giọng hát của cô ấy thật sướng tai. (Her singing voice is very pleasing to the ear.)
- Bản nhạc này nghe rất sướng tai. (This piece of music sounds very melodious.)
- Anh ấy nói những lời sướng tai để làm hài lòng mọi người. (He says words that are pleasing to the ear to satisfy everyone.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used to describe flattering or sweet-talking speech that is intentionally crafted to be agreeable and gain favor.
- Đừng tin vào những lời sướng tai. (Don't believe the flattering words.)
Variants and Related Words
- Êm tai (adj): also means pleasant-sounding or easy on the ear, often used interchangeably with "sướng tai."
- Âm thanh của chiếc đàn này rất êm tai. (The sound of this instrument is very pleasant to the ear.)
Synonyms
- Melodious: having a pleasant succession of sounds; tuneful.
- Harmonious: forming a pleasing or consistent whole; pleasant to the ear.
- Euphonious: sounding good; pleasing to the ear.
Related Idioms
- Sướng mắt, sướng tai: A phrase meaning "pleasing to the eye and pleasing to the ear," used to describe something that provides complete sensory delight.
- Buổi biểu diễn ấy đúng là sướng mắt, sướng tai. (That performance was truly a feast for the eyes and ears.)