treason
/ˈtriːzən/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #6091 in the learning path
叛国罪
Definitions
n. The crime of betraying your country, especially by helping its enemies.
叛国罪
Example
The museum guide explained why the official faced treason charges.
博物馆讲解员解释了那位官员为何受到叛国罪指控。
Historical trials for treason reveal how governments have defined loyalty and responded to perceived threats.
历史上的叛国罪审判揭示了政府如何界定忠诚，以及如何应对其认定的威胁。
Collocations
- commit treason
- charged with treason
- high treason
Word family
- treasonous (adj.)
Usage tip
通常不可数，指严重的背叛国家行为。
FAQ
- What does treason mean?
- The crime of betraying your country, especially by helping its enemies.
- How is treason pronounced?
- UK /ˈtriːzən/, US /ˈtriːzən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
