🇬🇧🇨🇳 sacrifice - 牺牲 : English Lesson

Meaning of "sacrifice" ("牺牲"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

A sacrifice is when someone gives up something valuable or important—like time, toys, or treats—to help someone else or to achieve a bigger goal. People make sacrifices to show love, kindness, or to do the right thing, even if it’s hard.

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The sacrifice was real—I cleaned the litter box without being asked.

Mom said cleaning my room was a small sacrifice for not living in a filth jungle.

My brother sacrificed his candy to bribe me into not telling on him. It worked.

I made a noble sacrifice by eating the last slice of pizza so no one else would fight over it.

I made the ultimate sacrifice—I gave my cookie to my brother.

At dawn, a tired father sold his warm coat to buy his daughter's school shoes. The village saw the sacrifice, the girl felt the sacrifice, the father hid his cold hands while the sacrifice warmed her steps. Neighbors spoke of the sacrifice and smiled. This sacrifice gave her a future, and the girl hugged him, thankful.

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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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