play on words

相关词: play

成语

Definition

  1. A humorous use of a word or phrase that exploits its multiple meanings or its similarity in sound to another word.

    利用词语的多重含义或读音相似之处,以达到幽默效果的文字游戏。

    • The movie title is a play on words, using the similar sounds of 'sun' and 'son'.

      这部电影的片名是一个文字游戏,利用了 'sun' 和 'son' 的相似发音。

    • His jokes are full of plays on words, making the audience burst into laughter.

      他的笑话充满了文字游戏,让观众捧腹大笑。

    • Advertising copy often uses plays on words to catch the consumer's attention.

      广告文案经常使用文字游戏来吸引消费者的注意力。