口齿 (kǒu chǐ) — enunciation; clarity of speech; ability to talk; speaking skill
Definition
Literally 'mouth and teeth' but used figuratively for how clearly and skillfully someone speaks. Pairs with 清楚/不清 for clarity, 伶俐 for quick-witted delivery.
noun
enunciationclarity of speechability to talkspeaking skill
Examples
- 口齿，。Tā de kǒu chǐ fēi cháng qīng chǔ, dà jiā dōu xǐ huan tīng tā shuō huà.His enunciation is very clear; everyone likes to listen to him speak.
- 口齿，。Zuò zhǔ chí rén xū yào kǒu chǐ líng lì, fǎn yìng kuài.Being a host requires quick wit and good speaking ability.
- 口齿，。Zhè hái zi kǒu chǐ bù qīng, xū yào qù yǔ yán zhì liáo.This child's speech is unclear; he needs speech therapy.
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