Definition
悄声 is an adverb meaning 'in a low voice' or 'quietly', used to describe speaking or moving in a way that avoids attracting attention. It's commonly found in narrative contexts — telling someone a secret, whispering in a library, or tiptoeing around. Unlike 安静 (ānjìng, 'quiet' as an adjective describing a state), 悄声 specifically modifies the manner of an action.
adv.
in a low voicequietly (of speaking or moving)
Examples
- 悄声。Tā qiāo duì wǒ shuō le yí gè mìmì.He told me a secret in a low voice.
- 悄声。Dàjiā qiāo de zǒu chū le fángjiān.Everyone quietly walked out of the room.
- 悄声：“？”Tā qiāo wèn: “Nǐ hái hǎo ma?”She asked in a low voice, 'Are you okay?'
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