Definition
庄严 (zhuāng yán) describes a solemn, dignified atmosphere or appearance, often used for ceremonies, monuments, or occasions that inspire awe. It is more about the external, imposing quality than 庄重 (zhuāng zhòng, dignified demeanor) or 严肃 (yán sù, serious expression). 隆重 (lóng zhòng) adds a sense of grandness, while 郑重 (zhèng zhòng) emphasizes earnestness in words or actions.
adjective
solemndignifiedstately
Examples
- 庄严，。Zài zhuāng yán de yíshì shang, dàjiā dōu hěn ānjìng.At the solemn ceremony, everyone was very quiet.
- 庄严。Zhè zuò jìniànbēi xiǎnde shífēn zhuāng yán.This monument looks very stately.
- 庄严。Tā zhuāng yán de chéngnuò huì bǎohù guójiā.He solemnly promised to protect the country.
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