🇬🇧🇨🇳 saint - 圣 : English Lesson
noun
Meaning of "saint" ("圣"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.
A saint is a person who is believed to be extra-super good, kind, and close to God, so kind that people admire them and remember them as a special example of how to love and help others.
I tried to look like a saint in the class photo, but my halo was crooked and my tongue was sticking out.
I told my mom I was a saint for cleaning my room, and she said, “Real saints don’t shove everything under the bed.”
Mom said my little brother was “a saint” for sharing his candy, but I saw him eat the biggest piece first.
My brother calls himself a saint for walking the dog, but the dog is the one who actually walked him down the street.
Some saints are real people from history who were known for amazing kindness and faith, and in many churches their special day is celebrated each year.
People called the woman a saint after she spent nights alone at the shelter. A saint dried the children's small clothes, a saint fed the lost dog, a saint prayed softly and wrapped warm bread. A child touched her hand and smiled. The town whispered thank you, and the saint finally sat, tired and happy.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced
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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