commemorate
/kəˈmeməreɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic HistoryWord #6381 in the learning path
纪念；缅怀
Definitions
v. To honour a person or event by remembering them publicly
纪念；缅怀
Example
We planted a tree to commemorate our grandfather's life.
我们种了一棵树，纪念祖父的一生。
Public ceremonies commemorate historical events and help younger generations understand the experiences that shaped their communities.
公共纪念仪式缅怀历史事件，帮助年轻一代理解塑造其社区的经历。
Collocations
- commemorate an event
- commemorate an anniversary
- commemorate the victims
Word family
- commemoration (n.)
- commemorative (adj.)
Synonyms
- honour
- memorialize
Usage tip
直接接纪念对象；不一定含有庆祝的喜悦。
FAQ
- What does commemorate mean?
- To honour a person or event by remembering them publicly
- How is commemorate pronounced?
- UK /kəˈmeməreɪt/, US /kəˈmeməreɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
