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    Using 大声 (dàshēng) to express 'loudly'

    Degree & Intensity
    Manner & Method

    Structure

    大声 + 地 + Verb / 大声 + Verb

    Explanation

    The word 大声 (dàshēng) means 'loudly' or 'in a loud voice,' describing actions performed at high volume. It combines 大 (big) and 声 (sound/voice). It is most commonly used as an adverb before verbs of speaking, crying, or calling out.

    Examples

    • 他大声喊了她的名字，可她没听见。

      tā dàshēng hǎn le tā de míngzì, kě tā méi tīngjiàn.

      He called her name loudly, but she didn't hear.

    • 图书馆里请不要大声说话。

      túshūguǎn lǐ qǐng bùyào dàshēng shuōhuà.

      Please don't speak loudly in the library.

    • 孩子们在操场上大声唱歌，开心极了。

      háizimen zài cāochǎng shàng dàshēng chànggē, kāixīn jí le.

      The children were singing loudly on the playground, having a wonderful time.

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