monosyllable
n
word with only one syllable, eg it, and, no 单音节词(如it、 and、 no)
speak in monosyllables, eg when not wanting to talk to sb 用单音节词说话(如不想和某人说话时). Cf 参看 disyllable.
🗣️ 情景例句
Take it easy. Don't work too hard.
悠着点。不要操劳过度。
What shall I send him for his birthday?
我要送他什么东西作为生日礼物?
Ann, thanks a lot for asking me to your party. I'd love to come.