To ponder profoundly or be deep in thought; to hesitate and mutter to oneself while considering a decision

to moan or groan; a groan or moan caused by physical pain or mental distress

to chant or recite in a singing voice

smiling; with a smile; describes the appearance of a person who is wearing a kind and friendly smile

To chant or recite poetry aloud

to read aloud or recite rhythmically (especially poetry or classical texts)

(idiom) to moan and groan despite not being sick; to complain or express sadness without a real reason.

to chant or sing softly; to murmur or croon

to recite or sing poetry with a lingering or drawn-out tone; to intone poetry

to chant or recite poetry rhythmically; to hum verse while composing or polishing it

a mighty or awe-inspiring roar, such as that of wind, waves, or voices; literally "the dragon intones and the tiger roars"

(literary) to sing; to recite a poem or chant rhythmically

To write poetry or prose about natural scenery (wind and moon) to express one's leisure and carefree spirit

title of a classical Chinese poem or song style, traditionally associated with funeral dirges or historical laments

(literary) to sing or chant; a song or rhythmic declamation

to write conventional or sentimental poetry about the wind and the moon; often implies writing vacuous or superficial verse

To recite a poem or piece of writing with relish while savoring its artistic quality; to chant and ponder.

to recite or compose poetry to express one's thoughts and emotions; to chant about one's inner feelings

(literary) to chant poetry, sing, or whistle in a loud and carefree manner; to express one's feelings through high-pitched sounds

(literary) the world or circles of poets; a place where poets gather

(variant form) to recite poetry or chant verses with melody and rhythm

to travel from place to place while reciting or singing poetry

A traveling singer or poet; troubadour; minstrel; gleeman

literary group of people who gather to write and recite poetry; same as [[诗社|詩社|shi1 she4]]

joyful; happy; beaming with a beaming face

to recite or chant in a loud, clear voice

a high-end establishment for entertainment and prostitution in former times, especially in old Beijing and literary contexts

troubadour; wandering poet; bard

famous Tang dynasty poem by Meng Jiao about a mother's love for her child wandering far from home

To hum, chant, or sing poetry while walking; specifically associated with the literary image of a wandering poet or scholar.

To sip wine while writing or reciting poems; to lead a life of leisure or scholarly pursuit.

To chant or recite poetry and prose in a slow, rhythmic, and drawn-out voice; to sing softly and rhythmically.