used to describe clearness of voice
嘹 centers on vocal clarity: a voice that is clear, resonant, and carries well. The given meaning describes this specific quality of sound.
嘹 combines 口 (mouth) with 尞, which likely contributes the sound and may relate to brightness or clarity, together suggesting a clear voice.
The mouth radical 口 beside 尞, which resembles a tall watchtower with a fire on top, suggests a voice that rings out clearly like a signal from a height.
For リョウ, imagine a clear voice calling out "Ryo!" from a watchtower: Ryo -> リョウ, and the sound carries far.
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