mute
复数形式
mutes
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弱音器, 消音器
a tool that is used to soften or silence the sound produced by a musical instrument
A mute is a device used to reduce the volume or alter the tone of a musical instrument. It is commonly used with brass and string instruments, such as trumpets, trombones, and violins. The mute is placed on or near the instrument's bell or strings to dampen the sound, producing a quieter or softer tone. This can be useful for achieving a specific sound effect, blending in with other instruments, or playing at a lower volume in various musical contexts.
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哑巴, 聋哑人
a person who is unable to speak, either by choice or due to a physical condition
- The mute communicated through gestures and writing.
哑巴通过手势和书写进行交流。
- The mute was given an interpreter to help convey his thoughts in court.
哑巴在法庭上得到了一位翻译的帮助来表达他的想法。
- As a mute, she relied on facial expressions to express her emotions.
作为一个哑巴，她依靠面部表情来表达自己的情感。
- The village had a mute who conveyed messages through a special sign language.
村子里有一个哑巴，他通过一种特殊的手语传达信息。
- The mute had a unique way of expressing ideas that everyone understood.
那个哑巴有一种独特的表达想法的方式，每个人都能理解。