Definition
凭吊 means to visit a historical site, grave, or memorial with the intent of reflecting on the past and showing respect for the deceased or the events that took place there. It carries a solemn, reflective tone — you're not just sightseeing; you're actively remembering and honoring. Use it for places like battlefields, ancient ruins, or tombs.
v.
to evoke the past by visiting a historical siteto pay homage to (the deceased) at a memorial or grave
Examples
- ，凭吊。Měi nián Qīngmíng Jié, hěn duō rén qù lièshì língyuán píng diào xiānliè.Every year at Qingming Festival, many people visit martyrs' cemeteries to pay homage to the fallen heroes.
- 凭吊。Tā zhuānchéng qù Chìbì píng diào gǔ zhànchǎng.He made a special trip to Red Cliffs to evoke the past at the ancient battlefield.
- ，凭吊。Zhàn zài Yuánmíng Yuán yízhǐ qián, rénmen bùjīn píng diào nà duàn qūrǔ de lìshǐ.Standing before the ruins of the Old Summer Palace, people can't help but reflect on that humiliating chapter of history.
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