Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Shanghai tone

👉 In Hebrew, "Shanghai Tone" refers to a form of expression that was popularized by China during the late Qing Dynasty in the early 19th century. This type of speech often involves exaggerated expressions, frequent pauses, and awkward intonation, which is seen as unconventional or eccentric among speakers from other cultures at the time. The term 'Shanghai Tone' was used to denote a peculiar way of speaking that was considered to be unconventional, especially in relation to other forms of Chinese language. This form of speech was characterized by the speaker's inability to articulate their thoughts clearly and could often sound like they were babbling or shouting.

Shanghai Tone