- 共鸣 gòngmíng sympathetic responseA shared emotional reaction or common understanding triggered by another's thoughts or feelings; to find a ready echo
- 轰鸣 hōngmíng roarto roar; to rumble; to make a loud booming sound (as of thunder, an explosion, or engines)
- 雷鸣 léimíng thunderousloud and rumbling like thunder, often used to describe applause, cheers, or snoring
- 耳鸣 ěrmíng tinnitustinnitus; ringing or buzzing in the ears, often caused by fatigue or issues with the hearing or nervous systems
- 一鸣惊人 yīmíngjīngrén to become famous overnightto amaze the world with a single brilliant feat; describes someone who is usually quiet or obscure but suddenly displays extraordinary talent or achievement
- 百家争鸣 bǎijiāzhēngmíng hundred schools of thought contendRefers to the period of academic and philosophical flourishing during the Warring States period; in modern usage, it refers to the free expression and debate between different schools of thought.
- 自鸣得意 zìmíngdéyì complacentto preen oneself; to show oneself to be very pleased with one's own success or achievements, often in a blind or self-satisfied way
- 鸣枪 míngqiāng to fire a shotto fire a gun, especially to fire warning shots into the air or to signal the start of a race
- 鸣叫 míngjiào to call(of birds, insects, or other animals) to chirp, hoot, or cry; to emit a sound
- 鸣笛 míngdí to sound a hornTo sound a horn, whistle, or siren; used for vehicles, ships, or by a referee to signal during a game
- 争鸣 zhēngmíng to chirp in competition(of birds) to compete in singing or chirping
- 鸣放 míngfàng to fireto fire a gun or cannon; to let off fireworks; to make a loud sound by firing ammunition
- 鸣谢 míngxiè to express gratitudeto thank formally or express gratitude, especially in a public setting; a public vote of thanks
- 鸟鸣 niǎomíng birdsongthe sound of a bird calling or singing; bird call; warbling
- 奏鸣曲 zòumíngqǔ sonataA type of musical composition, typically consisting of three or four movements, written for a solo instrument or for a solo instrument with accompaniment
- 哀鸣 āimíng to wail(of animals, birds, or the wind) to make a mournful or plaintive sound; to whine or moan sorrowfully
- 蜂鸣器 fēngmíngqì buzzerAn electro-acoustic device composed of a spring and an electromagnet; it produces a buzzing sound or musical tone when powered and is used as an alternative to an electric bell.
- 悲鸣 bēimíng to utter a mournful cryto wail; to groan; to utter a mournful or sad cry, often used of animals or birds
- 嘶鸣 sīmíng to neighcry out loudly (of an animal, especially a horse or donkey)
- 鸣不平 míngbùpíng to protest injusticeTo publicly express indignation or dissatisfaction regarding unfair treatment or an unjust situation
- 大鸣大放 dàmíngdàfàng to freely air views(idiom) to freely and fully express one's opinions; also used to describe something being heard far and wide or attracting significant attention; historically associated with the Hundred Flowers Campaign in the PRC
- 哮鸣 xiàomíng wheezingthe sound of whistling or rattling breaths produced in the respiratory airways
- 打鸣 dǎmíng to crowto crow like a rooster at dawn
- 鸣金收兵 míngjīnshōubīng to sound the retreatto beat a gong as a signal for troops to withdraw; by extension, to call off a battle or finish a task or project
- 孤掌难鸣 gūzhǎngnánmíng it takes two to tangoone hand cannot clap; used to describe a situation where one person alone is unable to achieve a goal or resolve a conflict without support or cooperation from others
- 蝉鸣 chánmíng chirping of cicadasthe sound made by cicadas; the song of cicadas
- 鸣金 míngjīn to beat a gongTo strike a gong or other metal instrument, used in ancient times as a signal for troops to retreat or move
- 鸣锣开道 míngluókāidào to beat gongs to clear the wayTo beat gongs to clear the path for an official's procession in ancient times.
- 鸣冤 míngyuān to voice grievancesto cry out against an injustice; to complain of unfair treatment
- 鸣唱 míngchàng to chirpto chirp or sing (of birds or insects)
- 啼鸣 tímíng to crow or cawto crow, caw, or chirp; used to describe the crying or calling of birds and certain animals
- 鸣炮 míngpào to fire a saluteto fire a gun or cannon as a formal salute or to celebrate a special occasion; to fire a ceremonial salute
- 鸡鸣狗盗 jīmínggǒudào petty skills(idiom) minor skills or deceptive tricks; petty, underhanded behavior
- 自鸣钟 zìmíngzhōng chiming clock(old term) a clock that automatically rings or chimes to tell the time
- 鸣冤叫屈 míngyuānjiàoqū to voice grievancesto complain loudly about an injustice or grievance; to voice discontent on behalf of oneself or others
- 鸣镝 míngdí whistling arrow(literary) an arrow used in ancient times that makes a whistling sound when shot; used in the military to signal directions or issue commands
- 鸣禽 míngqín songbirdA general term for birds that have a specialized vocal organ and are skilled at singing beautifully, such as larks or canaries.
- 不平则鸣 bùpíngzémíng injustice provokes outcrieswhere there is injustice, there will be an outcry; refers to speaking out or protesting when one encounters unfair treatment
- 爆鸣 bàomíng sound of an explosion, fulminationthe sound of an explosion; a loud bang, detonation, or the act of exploding
- 马鸣 mǎmíng neighingthe neighing or calling sound made by a horse
- 钟鸣鼎食 zhōngmíngdǐngshí extravagant lifestyleTo live an extravagant life or enjoy great affluence. It refers to the ancient practice of wealthy families ringing bells and serving food in bronze tripods to signal mealtime.
- 鸣奏 míngzòu to sound rhythmicallyto sound rhythmically; to chirp or sing, especially used for insects or birds
- 长鸣 chángmíng to sound for a long timeto let out a long cry; to sound for a long time, such as a siren or whistle
- 鸣啭 míngzhuàn to singto twitter or sing melodiously, used specifically for birds; to describe their pleasant calling sounds
- 齐鸣 qímíng to sound togetherto sound or call out simultaneously, such as a chorus of voices or a symphony of instruments
- 鹿鸣 lùmíng bleat of a deerThe crying or bleating of a deer
- 鸡鸣犬吠 jīmíngquǎnfèi peaceful rural lifethe sounds of chickens crowing and dogs barking; describes the bustling atmosphere of a populated rural village
- 鸾凤和鸣 luánfènghémíng to be a happy coupleLiterally "the luan bird and the phoenix sing in harmony"; used to describe a couple who are harmonious and deeply in love.
- 鸡鸣狗吠 jīmínggǒufèi bustling village lifeliterally "chickens crowing and dogs barking"; describes a populous or animated village scene where neighbors live close to one another
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- MTSU Chinese text computingSUBTLEX-CH