Definition
圣母 (Shèng mǔ) is a term with several distinct meanings depending on context. It can refer to a female deity or goddess in religious or mythological contexts. In Christianity, it specifically denotes the Virgin Mary (also called Madonna). Historically in imperial China, it was used as a title for the empress dowager, especially the mother of the reigning emperor. The meaning is determined by the broader context of the sentence.
n.
goddessfemale deitythe Virgin MaryMadonna (Christianity)empress dowager (historical title)
Examples
- ，圣母。Zài Gǔ Xīlà shénhuà zhōng, Shèng mǔ shì zhòng shén zhī mǔ.In ancient Greek mythology, the goddess is the mother of all gods.
- ，圣母。Shèngdàn jié nà tiān, jiàohuì zài guǎngchǎng shàng lì le yì zūn Shèng mǔ diāoxiàng.On Christmas Day, the church erected a statue of the Virgin Mary in the square.
- ，圣母。Zài gǔdài Zhōngguó, huángdì de mǔqīn céng bèi zūn chēng wéi Shèng mǔ.In ancient China, the emperor's mother was honored with the title 'Holy Mother'.
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