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牺牲

xīshēng

Description

牺牲的意思是为了别人或一个更重要的目标,放弃自己的东西,甚至生命。

这个词常常用在很认真的话题里,比如为了家人或国家。

Meanings

牺牲xīshēng

to sacrifice; to give up something valuable

为了工作,他牺牲了很多休息时间。

牺牲xīshēng

to die for a cause; be a martyr

很多战士为了国家牺牲了。

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Notes

  • Etymology

    originally meant animals offered in ancient sacrifices; now means giving up something for others.

  • Nuance

    牺牲 is serious and often emotional; use 放弃 for casual 'give up'.

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