穆 (mù) — respectful, solemn, dignified (bound form)
Definition
穆 is a bound form used in literary Chinese to mean 'solemn, reverent' — appearing mainly in words like 肃穆 and 静穆. It is not used as a standalone word.
bound form
respectfulsolemndignified (bound form)
Examples
- 。Jiào táng lǐ qì fen shí fēn sù mù.The atmosphere inside the church was very solemn.
- 穆。Tā de liǎn shàng dài zhe mù rán de biǎo qíng.His face carried a dignified expression.
- 穆，。Líng yuán lǐ yí piàn jìng mù, ràng rén xīn shēng jìng yì.The cemetery was quiet and solemn, inspiring respect.
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