Definition
哈达 is a ceremonial silk scarf used in Tibetan and Mongolian cultures. It is offered as a gesture of respect, welcome, or blessing during important occasions such as weddings, religious ceremonies, or visits. The color white is most common, symbolizing purity, but other colors have specific meanings.
n.
ceremonial silk scarf (used in Tibetan and Mongolian cultures as a symbol of respect and blessing)
Examples
- 哈达。Tā gěi kèrén xiàn shàng le yì tiáo báisè de hā.He presented a white hada scarf to the guest.
- ，哈达。Zài Xīzàng, hā shì biǎodá jìngyì de zhòngyào lǐwù.In Tibet, the hada is an important gift to express respect.
- ，哈达。Hūnlǐ shang, zhǎngbèi men wèi xīnrén guà shàng le hā.At the wedding, the elders hung hada scarves on the newlyweds.
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