庄严

Pattern visualization

Examples

1. 升旗仪式非常庄严。▶ —
   The flag-raising ceremony is very solemn.
2. 大教堂的内部庄严肃穆。▶ —
   The cathedral’s interior is solemn and hushed.

Collocations

Mnemonic

庄 zhuāng "dignified, solemn" + 严 yán "strict, stern": stately and stern, i.e. solemn, majestic. Same as the Korean word jang-eom (莊嚴). It describes grand, sacred atmospheres of ceremonies, buildings or scenery (a flag ceremony, a cathedral). It pairs with 庄重, which describes a person’s manner.

Related

Quick check

1. What does 庄严 mainly describe?

   • the grand, sacred mood of ceremonies or buildings
   • fast movements
   • the weather
   • the taste of food