WORD DETAIL
涙声
なみだごえ
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
涙声(なみだごえ) combines tears涙and voice声to denote a voice affected by crying. - Basic usage: It describes a farewell or a phone voice that audibly carries sadness.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- How the voice sounds
涙声focuses on a choked or trembling vocal quality; visible tears are not required for the expression to apply.

