唱歌 — meaning in English
chàng gē
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English meaning
Senses
唱歌 is used for these senses in English:
- chat up (transitive, idiomatic) To talk to (someone) in a friendly, open, or casual manner, sometimes also in a charming or affected manner, usually to curry favor, and sometimes flirtatiously with the intention of establishing a romantic or sexual encounter or relationship with that person.
- place (transitive) To sing (a note) with the correct pitch.
- sing (intransitive) To produce musical or harmonious sounds with one’s voice.
- singing The act of using the voice to produce musical sounds; vocalizing.
place — full definition
- noun A particular area, location, or spot.
- noun A person's position or role, such as in a competition, organization, or in line.
- verb To put something or someone in a particular location.
- verb To achieve a certain rank or position in a competition.
sing — full definition
- verb To produce musical sounds with the voice, especially by following a tune.
- verb Of a bird, to produce a melodic call, typically to attract a mate or defend territory.
- verb Informally, to give information to the authorities, especially about criminal activity.