to sing
01
唱歌
to use one's voice in order to produce musical sounds in the form of a tune or song
Intransitive
Transitive: to sing a tune
例子
During the car ride, they sang to keep themselves entertained.
在乘车途中，他们唱歌以自娱自乐。
02
唱歌, 鸣叫
(of birds) to make high-pitched and pleasing sounds
Intransitive
例子
The sparrows sang from the rooftops, filling the air with their sweet tunes.
麻雀从屋顶上歌唱，用它们甜美的曲调充满了空气。
03
吹口哨, 唱歌
to produce a high-pitched whistling noise
Intransitive
例子
The kettle began to sing, releasing a high-pitched whistle as the water boiled.
水壶开始唱歌，水沸腾时发出高音调的哨声。
04
唱歌, 告密
to provide information or report on someone's illegal activities to the authorities
Intransitive
例子
He had no choice but to sing, hoping his cooperation would lead to a lighter sentence.
他别无选择，只能唱歌，希望他的合作能带来更轻的判决。
