The Chinese word for “loudspeaker” is 扬声器 (yáng shēng qì). This is a useful noun to know when you're talking about electronics or sound equipment. You can use it when referring to any device that makes sound louder, like a speaker for music or a public address system.
A 扬声器 (yángshēngqì) is a device that produces sound. You might know it better as a loudspeaker or speaker.
It's what you use to play music, listen to podcasts, or hear audio from your computer or phone.
Think of it as the part of your stereo system or headphones that makes the sound audible.
So, if you want to turn up the volume, you're usually adjusting the 扬声器.
When talking about 扬声器 (yángshēngqì), we're referring to a device that converts electrical signals into sound waves. Think of it as a loudspeaker or speaker.
It's an essential component in many electronic devices, from your phone to a concert hall sound system. You'll often hear it in contexts like "手机扬声器" (shǒujī yángshēngqì - phone speaker) or "蓝牙扬声器" (lányá yángshēngqì - Bluetooth speaker).
While 扬声器 is the formal term, in casual conversation, especially when referring to small speakers, you might also hear just "喇叭" (lǎba), though "喇叭" can also mean horn (like a car horn).
For example, if you want to say "The sound from the speaker is very clear," you could say: "扬声器的声音很清楚" (Yángshēngqì de shēngyīn hěn qīngchu).
When talking about 扬声器 (yángshēngqì), we're referring to a device that converts electrical signals into sound waves, essentially a loudspeaker or speaker.
This term can encompass various types, from the small speakers in your phone to large concert loudspeakers. It's a straightforward word to use when you need to specifically mention a device that makes sound.
扬声器 30초 만에
- Device for sound amplification
- Converts electrical signals to sound
- Commonly used for music and speech
§ What is 扬声器 (yángshēngqì)?
- DEFINITION
- Loudspeaker.
You're learning Chinese, and you've come across 扬声器 (yángshēngqì). This word means 'loudspeaker.' It's a common term, and you'll hear it in many different contexts. Let's break down where you're likely to encounter it and how it's used.
§ At Work: Office and Public Announcements
In a work environment, you might hear 扬声器 (yángshēngqì) when talking about office equipment or public address systems. Think about a meeting room, a factory, or even an airport.
会议室里需要安装一个新的扬声器。
Huiyìshì lǐ xūyào ānzhuāng yīgè xīn de yángshēngqì.
The meeting room needs a new loudspeaker installed.
请注意，现在通过扬声器播放紧急通知。
Qǐng zhùyì, xiànzài tōngguò yángshēngqì bòfàng jǐnjí tōngzhī.
Please note, an emergency announcement is now playing through the loudspeaker.
§ At School: Classrooms and Assemblies
Schools also use loudspeakers. You might hear about them in the context of classroom setups, school announcements, or even for events like sports days.
老师说教室里的扬声器坏了。
Lǎoshī shuō jiàoshì lǐ de yángshēngqì huài le.
The teacher said the loudspeaker in the classroom is broken.
校长通过扬声器向全校师生讲话。
Xiàozhǎng tōngguò yángshēngqì xiàng quán xiào shīshēng jiǎnghuà.
The principal addressed all teachers and students through the loudspeaker.
§ In the News: Public Safety and Events
When you're watching or reading the news, 扬声器 (yángshēngqì) can pop up in reports about public events, emergencies, or large gatherings. It's about getting information out to a lot of people.
警方使用扬声器疏散人群。
Jǐngfāng shǐyòng yángshēngqì shūsàn rénqún.
The police used loudspeakers to disperse the crowd.
市中心安装了新的公共扬声器系统。
Shì zhōngxīn ānzhuāng le xīn de gōnggòng yángshēngqì xìtǒng.
A new public loudspeaker system has been installed in the city center.
§ Everyday Use: Phones and Devices
While '扬声器' specifically means 'loudspeaker,' you might also hear it in a slightly broader sense when referring to the speaker on your phone, especially when you're talking about putting a call on speakerphone.
请打开手机的扬声器。
Qǐng dǎkāi shǒujī de yángshēngqì.
Please turn on your phone's loudspeaker (speakerphone).
§ Don't Confuse it with 'Microphone'
Many learners, especially at the A1 level, often mix up 扬声器 (yángshēngqì) with a microphone. While both are related to sound, they have opposite functions. A 扬声器 (yángshēngqì) emits sound, making it louder and projecting it to an audience. A microphone (麦克风, màikèfēng) takes sound in, converting it into an electrical signal. Think of 扬声器 as something that pushes sound OUT.
- DEFINITION
- microphone
请把声音调小一点，扬声器太响了。
§ Using 扬声器 for All Sound-Emitting Devices
While 扬声器 technically refers to a loudspeaker, in everyday Chinese, people often use more specific terms for smaller, more common devices. For example, for phone speakers, you'd typically say 手机喇叭 (shǒujī lǎbā) or simply 手机声音 (shǒujī shēngyīn). For headphones, it's 耳机 (ěrjī). Using 扬声器 for these smaller items isn't strictly wrong, but it can sound a bit formal or clunky in casual conversation.
For phone speakers:
- DEFINITION
- phone speaker
我的手机喇叭坏了。
For headphones:
- DEFINITION
- headphones
我需要一个新耳机。
§ Not for Human Voice Projection
While a 扬声器 makes sound louder, it's not the term you'd use if someone is just speaking loudly or projecting their voice. For that, you'd use verbs like 提高嗓门 (tígāo sǎngmén - to raise one's voice) or 大声说 (dàshēng shuō - to speak loudly). 扬声器 refers to the electronic device.
- DEFINITION
- to raise one's voice
他不得不提高嗓门才能让大家听到。
§ Singular vs. Plural
Chinese nouns don't typically have distinct singular and plural forms like in English. So, 扬声器 can mean 'loudspeaker' or 'loudspeakers'. The context will make it clear. Don't try to add a plural marker like 们 (men) to it, as that's usually reserved for people.
这个房间有五个扬声器。
§ Don't Overuse it
While 扬声器 is a good word to know, sometimes simpler terms are more natural. If you're talking about the sound coming from a device, you can often just say 声音 (shēngyīn - sound) or the device itself. For example, instead of "the loudspeaker of the computer is broken," you might just say "the computer's sound is broken."
- DEFINITION
- sound
电脑的声音坏了。
재미있는 사실
The character '扬' (yáng) means 'to raise' or 'to lift', and '声' (shēng) means 'sound'. '器' (qì) is a general term for 'device' or 'instrument'. So, literally, it's a 'sound-lifting device'.
발음 가이드
- Confusing the tones of 'yáng' (扬) and 'shēng' (声). 'Yáng' is a rising tone, and 'shēng' is a flat tone.
난이도
Three common characters, but '扬' might be new to A1 learners.
Three common characters. '扬' has more strokes but is frequently used.
Tones are straightforward: yáng shēng qì (rising, rising, falling).
Clear pronunciation, unlikely to be confused with other words at this level.
다음에 무엇을 배울까
선수 학습
다음에 배울 것
고급
알아야 할 문법
Nouns like 扬声器 (yángshēngqì) often combine with measure words to quantify them. For loudspeakers, the common measure word is 个 (gè).
一个扬声器 (yī gè yángshēngqì) - one loudspeaker
To indicate possession with nouns, you can use 的 (de).
我的扬声器 (wǒ de yángshēngqì) - my loudspeaker
You can use demonstrative pronouns like 这 (zhè - this) and 那 (nà - that) before the measure word and noun.
这个扬声器 (zhè ge yángshēngqì) - this loudspeaker
Nouns can be the subject of a sentence.
扬声器坏了 (yángshēngqì huài le) - The loudspeaker is broken.
Nouns can also be the object of a verb.
我需要一个扬声器 (wǒ xūyào yī gè yángshēngqì) - I need a loudspeaker.
