献礼 (xiàn lǐ) — to present a gift (as a tribute or in celebration)
Definition
A formal verb meaning to present a gift as a tribute or in celebration, typically to mark a special occasion or honor someone/something (e.g. a holiday, anniversary, leader). Almost always used for ceremonial contexts, not casual gift-giving.
verb
to present a gift (as a tribute or in celebration)
Examples
- 献礼。Zhè bù diàn yǐng shì xiàng guó qìng xiàn lǐ de.This movie is a tribute to the National Day.
- 。Tā wèi mǔ xiào xiàn le yí fèn hòu lǐ.He presented a generous gift to his alma mater.
- ，献礼。Guó qìng qián xī, gè dì fēn fēn xiàn lǐ.On the eve of National Day, all regions presented gifts in celebration.
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