Definition
唱 (chàng) is the basic, everyday verb for 'to sing' — use it for casual singing. 演唱 (yǎnchàng) is more specific for performing a song on stage, and 歌唱 (gēchàng) is more formal or rhetorical, often used in praise or celebration. For general use, stick with 唱.
verb
to sing
Easily confused
- 场chǎngsound-alike(classifier) used for performances, sports matches, and other public events
- 常chángsound-alikeoften; frequently
- 尝chángsound-aliketo taste (food or drink)
- 厂chǎngsound-alikefactory; plant; works
- 肠chángsound-alikeintestines
Examples
- 唱。Tā chàng de hěn hǎo.He sings very well.
- 唱？Nǐ huì chàng ma?Can you sing?
- 唱。Wǒ měitiān chàng.I sing every day.
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