🇬🇧🇨🇳 memorial - 纪念碑 : English Lesson

Meaning of "memorial" ("纪念碑"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

A memorial is a special object or place, usually big and often made of stone, that people build to help everyone remember an important person or event. For example, if a brave group of people did something amazing long ago, a city might build a tall statue or wall to honor them, so that when people see it, they can think about what happened and not forget it.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

The class hamster got a shoebox memorial with flowers, snacks, and a sign that said, “He ran the wheel of life.”

My sister drew a memorial on the sidewalk with chalk for her balloon, including angel wings and very dramatic glitter tears.

We made a memorial in the backyard for Dad’s burnt barbecue, with a sign that said, “Gone but definitely not forgotten by our noses.”

Our class wanted a memorial for the classroom fish, so we built a tiny stone castle and wrote, “He splashed in peace.”

Some cities build huge war memorials made of stone or metal to honor brave people from history.

At the park, a boy walked to the marble memorial and placed a small toy. The memorial statue looked worn; the boy read the memorial plaque and touched the memorial's carved hand. An old man watched, then laid a fresh flower at the memorial and smiled. The boy left, holding his toy close, feeling calm.

This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.

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