gruff
形容词比较级
gruffer
形容词最高级
gruffest
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粗哑的, 生硬的
characterized by a rough and deep tone, often sounding harsh
- The old sailor's gruff voice carried across the deck as he shouted orders to the crew.
老水手粗哑的声音在甲板上回荡，他向船员们大声喊着命令。
- Despite his gruff tone, there was a hint of kindness in the way he spoke to the frightened child.
尽管他的语气粗哑，但他对受惊孩子说话的方式中有一丝善意。
- From his office, we could hear the gruff sound of the drill as the construction workers repaired the roof.
从他的办公室，我们可以听到建筑工人修理屋顶时钻头的粗哑声音。
- The dog emitted a gruff growl, warning anyone who approached the fence to stay away.
狗发出了一声粗哑的咆哮，警告任何靠近栅栏的人远离。
- In the dimly lit alley, we heard the gruff laughter of the men gathered around the fire.
在昏暗的小巷里，我们听到了围在火堆旁的男人们粗哑的笑声。
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