Definition
史册 is a formal, literary term for 'historical records' or 'annals of history'. You'll encounter it in written or ceremonial contexts — especially in the phrase 载入史册 ('to go down in history') — rather than in casual conversation. For everyday talk about 'history', use 历史 instead.
n.
historical annalspages of history
Examples
- 史册。Tā de gōngjì jiāng zǎirù shǐ cè.His achievements will go down in history.
- 史册。Zhè běn shǐ cè jìlù le nàge cháodài de xīngshuāi.This historical record documents the rise and fall of that dynasty.
- 史册。shǐ cè shàng jìzǎi le xǔduō yīngxióng de gùshi.Many heroes' stories are recorded in the annals of history.
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