Meanings
Readings
Common Words
tongue
tongue-like object; clapper (of a bell); talon (of a lock); reed (of a musical instrument)
clicking one's tongue; tut-tut
smacking one's lips (with relish)
Can indicate embarrassment
to stick out one's tongue
to ridicule someone (behind their back); to laugh at someone
talkativeness; garrulity; loquacity
licking one's lips (at the sight of appetizing food)
licking one's lips (in anticipation); waiting eagerly (for); salivating (e.g. at the thought)
wicked tongue; sharp tongue; abusive language
Idiomatic expression
to be astonished; to be amazed; to be astounded; to be deeply impressed
to smack one's lips (over a dish); to eat with relish
speech; eloquence; manner of speaking; manner of expression
Memory Mnemonics
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Constituents
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Mnemonic Stories
A thousand mouths all speaking the same language share a common tongue.
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