Blarney
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What Does Blarney Mean?
- 甜言蜜语
- 奉承
- 谄媚
Blarney Pronunciation
/ˈblɑːrni/
Blarney Definition
noun
Definition
Talk that aims to charm, persuade, or deceive; often involves flattery or smooth, deceptive phrasing.
In ZH
旨在魅惑、说服或欺骗的谈话；通常涉及恭维或流畅的欺骗性措辞。
How to Use Blarney in a Sentence
- He used his blarney to win her heart.
- The politician was full of blarney during his speech.
- Don't believe his blarney; he's just trying to manipulate you.
- She has a way with blarney that gets her out of trouble.
- His blarney made everyone around him more optimistic.
Cultural Notes
The term 'blarney' originates from Blarney Castle in Ireland, where it's said that kissing the Blarney Stone grants the kisser the ability to speak persuasively.