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塩辛声 (しおからごえ) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun
hoarse voice ; husky voice
Describes a rough, gravelly voice, often from shouting, illness, or strain. The word literally combines 塩辛 (salty) and 声 (voice), evoking a harsh, grating quality.
て
、
塩しお
辛から
声ごえ
に
なっ
た
。
He shouted too loudly and his voice became hoarse.
Similar words しわがれ 声ごえ しわがれ声 also means a hoarse or husky voice, but is more common and neutral. 塩辛声 is a more colorful, expressive term emphasizing a rough, salty quality.
Etymology Compound of 塩辛 (salty, harsh) and 声 (voice). The exact origin is uncertain, but it likely arose from the metaphorical association of a rough voice with the sharp, biting taste of salt.
