Definition
咿呀 is an onomatopoeic word that imitates the creaking or squeaking sound of a door, cart, or oar, as well as the babbling sounds of a baby learning to speak. It is often used in descriptive or literary contexts to evoke a gentle, repetitive sound.
onomatopoeia
creaksqueak (e.g., of a door or oar)babble (of a baby)
Examples
- 咿呀。Mén yī yā yì shēng kāi le.The door opened with a creak.
- 咿呀，。Yīng'ér yī yā de jiào zhe, fēicháng kě'ài.The baby babbled, very cute.
- 咿呀。Xiǎo chuán zài húmiàn shàng yī yā de yáo zhe.The small boat creaked on the lake.
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