Definition
牌坊 refers to a traditional Chinese memorial archway or gateway, typically built of stone or wood, to honor virtuous individuals or commemorate significant events. They are commonly found in historical towns, temples, and cemeteries. The measure word for 牌坊 is 座 (zuò).
n.
a traditional Chinese memorial or honorific archway/gateway
Examples
- 牌坊。Zhè zuò pái fāng yǒu sānbǎi duō nián de lìshǐ le.This memorial archway has a history of over three hundred years.
- 牌坊。pái fāng shàng kè zhe jīngměi de lóng fèng tú'àn.The archway is carved with exquisite dragon and phoenix patterns.
- 牌坊。Cūn kǒu nà zuò pái fāng shì wèile jìniàn yí wèi xiào zǐ ér jiàn de.That archway at the village entrance was built to commemorate a filial son.
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