典礼 (diǎn lǐ) — ceremony (formal, grand)
Definition
典礼 emphasizes a formal, solemn ceremony (graduation, inauguration). 仪式 is the more neutral 'ceremony/ritual'; 庆典 adds a celebratory, festive tone.
noun
ceremony (formal, grand)
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 典礼。Bì yè diǎn lǐ jiāng zài xià zhōu jǔ xíng.The graduation ceremony will be held next week.
- 典礼。Wǒ men cān jiā le kāi xué diǎn lǐ.We attended the opening ceremony of the school term.
- 典礼。Guó qìng diǎn lǐ zài guǎng chǎng jǔ xíng.The National Day ceremony was held in the square.
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