raspy (B2)
カタカナ: ラスピー
IPA: /ˈræspi/
Definition
Having a rough, grating, or harsh sound, often caused by irritation or dryness in the throat.
意味: 喉の炎症や乾燥が原因で、ざらついた、耳障りな、あるいはかすれたような音を指す。
Examples / 例文
She woke up with a raspy cough that made it difficult to talk. — She woke up with a raspy cough that made it difficult to talk.
The old man spoke in a low, raspy whisper that sounded like dry leaves rustling. — The old man spoke in a low, raspy whisper that sounded like dry leaves rustling.
Raspy の日本語訳
Japanese translations of Raspy:
How to Use Raspy
- raspy voice (collocation)
- The most common noun paired with this adjective. — "He tried to hide his identity by speaking in a raspy voice."
- raspy cough (collocation)
- Describes a cough that sounds dry and grating. — "The doctor listened to her raspy cough before prescribing medicine."
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