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
I'd like to propose a toast to Ms Lin Editor of the Year.
我要请大家为林小姐敬一杯酒,她获选"年度最佳编辑"。
I'd like to make an overseas call to Taibei, Taiwan by collect call.