massacre
/ˈmæsəkə/ · /ˈmæsəkər/
CEFR level C1Topic HistoryWord #6193 in the learning path
大屠杀
Definitions
n. The deliberate killing of many people, especially those unable to defend themselves.
大屠杀
v. To deliberately kill many people, especially those unable to defend themselves.
屠杀
Example
We visited a memorial to victims of the massacre.
我们参观了一座纪念大屠杀遇难者的纪念碑。
Teaching about a historical massacre requires sensitivity, reliable evidence, and respect for victims and their communities.
讲授历史上的大屠杀事件，需要谨慎体察、可靠证据，以及对遇难者及其群体的尊重。
Collocations
- a brutal massacre
- massacre victims
- commemorate a massacre
Synonyms
- slaughter
Usage tip
指大规模残杀，语气极重；勿用于一般伤亡事件。
FAQ
- What does massacre mean?
- The deliberate killing of many people, especially those unable to defend themselves. To deliberately kill many people, especially those unable to defend themselves.
- How is massacre pronounced?
- UK /ˈmæsəkə/, US /ˈmæsəkər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
