Definition
叙述 (xùshù) is a formal verb meaning 'to narrate, to relate' — it focuses on giving a sequential account of events or experiences. It is more neutral and written than 讲述 (jiǎngshù), which is used in everyday speech, and less emotional than 诉说 (sùshuō), which implies sharing feelings or hardships.
verb
to relate (a story or experience)to recountto narrate
Examples
- 叙述。Tā jiǎndān de xù shù le zhěnggè lǚxíng jīnglì.He briefly recounted the whole travel experience.
- 叙述。Qǐng nǐ xù shù yí xià shìqing de jīngguò.Please describe the course of events.
- 叙述。Zhè běn xiǎoshuō xù shù le yí gè jiāzú de lìshǐ.This novel narrates the history of a family.
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