thanksgiving
/ˌθæŋksˈɡɪvɪŋ/
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感恩；感恩祈祷
Definitions
n. The expression of gratitude, especially in prayer.
感恩；感恩祈祷
n. A holiday for expressing gratitude, celebrated in the US and Canada.
感恩节
Example
They held a small thanksgiving ceremony after the harvest.
收获后，他们举行了一场小型感恩仪式。
In some countries, Thanksgiving brings families together and encourages reflection on the importance of community support.
在一些国家，感恩节让家人团聚，也促使人们思考社区互助的重要性。
Collocations
- in thanksgiving for
- a prayer of thanksgiving
- Thanksgiving dinner
Word family
- thank (v.)
- thankful (adj.)
- thankfully (adv.)
- thanks (n.)
Usage tip
指节日时首字母大写；泛指感恩时用小写。
FAQ
- What does thanksgiving mean?
- The expression of gratitude, especially in prayer. A holiday for expressing gratitude, celebrated in the US and Canada.
- How is thanksgiving pronounced?
- UK /ˌθæŋksˈɡɪvɪŋ/, US /ˌθæŋksˈɡɪvɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
