Definition
肃穆 describes a solemn, dignified, and quiet atmosphere — often felt in formal ceremonies, memorial services, or sacred spaces like temples and cemeteries. It goes beyond just 'serious' (严肃) and includes a sense of reverent silence. You can use 肃穆 as a predicate adjective or as part of a four-character phrase (e.g. 庄严肃穆).
s.v.
solemn and reverentdignified and quiet
Examples
- 肃穆。Zhuīdàohuì de xiànchǎng qìfēn shífēn sù mù.The atmosphere at the memorial service was very solemn and reverent.
- ，肃穆。Língyuán lǐ sōngbǎi cāngcuì, xiǎnde géwài sù mù.The cemetery, with its verdant pine and cypress trees, seemed especially solemn.
- 肃穆。Zhè zuò gǔsì jiànzhùqún gěi rén yī zhǒng zhuāngzhòng sù mù de gǎnjué.This ancient temple complex gives people a feeling of dignity and solemnity.
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