Definition
故里 is a slightly more literary word for 'hometown' or 'native place', often used in writing or formal speech. It carries a nostalgic or respectful tone, and is frequently used when referring to the birthplace of famous figures or historical sites (e.g., 鲁迅故里, 'Lu Xun's hometown'). In everyday conversation, 老家 or 家乡 is more common.
n.
hometownnative place
Examples
- ，故里。Měi nián Chūnjié, tā dōu huì huí gù lǐ kànkan.Every Spring Festival, he goes back to his hometown to visit.
- 故里。Lǔ Xùn de gù lǐ xiànzài shì zhùmíng de lǚyóu jǐngdiǎn.Lu Xun's hometown is now a famous tourist attraction.
- ，故里。Suīrán líkāi duō nián, tā duì gù lǐ de gǎnqíng cóngwèi gǎibiàn.Although he left many years ago, his feelings for his native place have never changed.
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