Definition
引吭高歌 is a four-character idiom (成语) that literally means 'stretch the throat and sing loudly'. It describes singing with full, powerful voice — often used figuratively for expressing oneself freely or celebrating enthusiastically. You typically use it as a verb phrase, similar to 'belt out a song' in English, and it carries a strong, uplifting tone.
v.p.
to sing at the top of one's voiceto express oneself heartily and freely
Examples
- ，引吭高歌，。Tā zhàn zài shāndǐng, yǐn háng gāo gē, jìnqíng shūfā xīnzhōng de xǐyuè.He stood on the mountaintop, singing at the top of his voice, freely expressing the joy in his heart.
- ，引吭高歌，。Wǎnhuì shàng, dàjiā yǐn háng gāo gē, qìfēn fēicháng rèliè.At the party, everyone belted out songs, and the atmosphere was very lively.
- ，引吭高歌，。Shīrén suī yǐ niánmài, réng cháng zài lín zhōng yǐn háng gāo gē, shūfā háoqíng.Although the poet was old, he still often sang heartily in the woods, expressing his lofty sentiments.
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