🇬🇧🇨🇳 preacher - 牧师 : English Lesson

Meaning of "preacher" ("牧师"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

A preacher is someone who gives speeches, often in a church, about religion, moral values, and how to live a good life. Preachers encourage people to be kind, honest, and respectful. They are usually enthusiastic and passionate when they talk to inspire others.

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

The preacher gave a long sermon, and my little brother fell asleep and started snoring like a lawnmower.

Our preacher says to love everyone, even if they steal your cookies—though that’s still really hard for me.

The preacher told us to avoid temptation, but then he brought donuts to the service!

I told the preacher that I prayed for a pizza, and he said, “Well, miracles come in all forms!”

The preacher told us not to be greedy, but he kept the last slice of pizza for himself.

A wet child hides under the church roof. The preacher lifts the child, wraps a coat around small shoulders. The preacher points to the candles; the preacher speaks softly about being kind. Outside, the storm calms. The preacher laughs, pats the child's head, and the child smiles, safe with the preacher.

This word is at the C2 level, which means it represents the highest mastery of English. It’s often used in specialized or highly formal contexts and helps you communicate with precision and subtlety, much like a native speaker.

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