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    Expressing "loud" with 响 (xiǎng) as an adjective

    Degree & Intensity
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    很/太 + 响

    Explanation

    The adjective 响 (xiǎng) means "loud" or "noisy" and describes the volume or intensity of a sound. It can be modified by degree adverbs like 很 or 太 and is used to characterize sounds that are strong or resonant.

    Examples

    • 这个音乐声音太响了,能不能调小一点?

      zhège yīnyuè shēngyīn tài xiǎng le, néng bù néng tiáo xiǎo yīdiǎn?

      This music is too loud — can you turn it down a little?

    • 隔壁装修的声音很响,根本没法休息。

      gébì zhuāngxiū de shēngyīn hěn xiǎng, gēnběn méi fǎ xiūxi.

      The renovation noise next door is so loud — there's no way to rest at all.

    • 他说话声音特别响,整层楼都能听到。

      tā shuōhuà shēngyīn tèbié xiǎng, zhěng céng lóu dōu néng tīng dào.

      He speaks very loudly — the entire floor can hear him.

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