花圈 (huā quān) — funeral wreath; mourning wreath
Definition
A 花圈 is specifically a funeral wreath used to express condolences, typically placed at a graveside or memorial. 圈 ('circle') sets it apart from a garland or festive wreath — this is mournful, not decorative.
noun
funeral wreathmourning wreath
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 花圈。Zàng lǐ shàng bǎi mǎn le huā quān.The funeral was filled with wreaths.
- 花圈。Qīn yǒu men sòng lái hěn duō huā quān biǎo shì āi dào.Friends and family sent many wreaths to express their condolences.
- 花圈。Tā zài mù qián xiàn le yí gè huā quān.He offered a wreath in front of the grave.
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