What does sermon mean?

a religious talk given during a service a long talk telling someone how they should behave

How is sermon pronounced?

UK /ˈsɜːmən/, US /ˈsɝːmən/.

/ˈsɜːmən/ · /ˈsɝːmən/

CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5492 in the learning path

布道；讲道

n. a religious talk given during a service

布道；讲道

n. a long talk telling someone how they should behave

说教；训诫

The sermon encouraged everyone to help their neighbours.

这场布道鼓励大家帮助邻居。

A sermon can strengthen community ties by encouraging listeners to support vulnerable people and participate in local projects.

布道可以鼓励听众帮助弱势群体、参与本地项目，从而加强社区联系。

本义为宗教讲道；比喻“说教”时常带不满。

What does sermon mean?: a religious talk given during a service a long talk telling someone how they should behave
How is sermon pronounced?: UK /ˈsɜːmən/, US /ˈsɝːmən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.