No. 6,210 in Chinese
开口
To begin speaking or open one's mouth to talk.
In a sentence
他说话从不轻易开口。
He rarely opens his mouth to talk.
Here '开口' means 'to start speaking' or 'to open one's mouth.' It suggests the act of beginning to talk, often emphasizing the effort or hesitation involved.
窗户开口处有冷风进来。
Cold wind is coming in from the window opening.
In this sentence, '开口' refers to 'an opening' or 'gap' through which something can pass. It is used to describe a physical gap or opening.
见到多年未见的好友她高兴地开口笑了。
Seeing a friend she hadn't met for years, she happily broke into laughter.
Here '开口' is used in a figurative sense, meaning 'to start smiling or laughing.' It emphasizes the joyful immediate reaction.
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