Definition
念诵 means 'to recite' or 'to chant' — it's used for reading aloud from a text, especially in a formal or ritual context (like chanting sutras, reciting poetry, or reading a prayer). The second sense 'remember (sb.) in speaking to another' is very rare in modern usage; you'll almost always encounter 念诵 in the recitation sense. It's a formal verb, not used in casual conversation.
v.
to reciteto chant (a text, scripture, poem, etc.)(rare, formal) to mention someone fondly when speaking to another
Examples
- 念诵。Tā měitiān zǎochen dōu huì niàn sòng yí duàn fójīng.He recites a passage of Buddhist scripture every morning.
- 念诵。Lǎoshī ràng quánbān tóngxué yìqǐ niàn sòng zhè shǒu gǔshī.The teacher had the whole class recite this ancient poem together.
- ，念诵。Yíshì shàng, zhǔchírén niàn sòng le jìwén.During the ceremony, the host recited the eulogy.
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