lullaby

• 名词，指为使婴儿或幼儿入睡而唱的轻柔、安抚的歌曲；也指唱这种歌或哄人入睡的行为。

A noun referring to a quiet, soothing song sung to a child to help them fall asleep, or the act of singing such a song.

1. Soothing song for sleepA2formal

   A gentle, quiet song sung to a child to help them fall asleep.

   摇篮曲

   • The mother sang a soft lullaby to her baby.
   • He hummed a lullaby until the child closed its eyes.
   • Classic lullabies like 'Rock-a-Bye Baby' are known worldwide.

   同义词berceusecradlesong

2. Act of singing to sleepB1informal

   The act of singing a quiet, soothing song to a child to help them fall asleep.

   催眠曲

   • Her gentle lullaby calmed the crying infant.
   • The nanny's lullaby was a nightly ritual.
   • A lullaby at bedtime helps establish a peaceful routine.