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献

xiàn

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • to offer
  • to donate
  • to dedicate

Definition

恭敬地赠送或奉献。

to offer or dedicate respectfully.

Usage

常用于正式场合,表示心甘情愿地付出或给予,有时也用于展示或表演。

Often used in formal occasions to express willing contribution or giving; sometimes used for display or performance.

Examples

  • 1 他为国家献出了自己的生命。 (He dedicated his life to the country.)
  • 2 这次演出是献给母亲的礼物。 (This performance is a gift dedicated to mothers.)
  • 3 我们要向灾区人民献爱心。 (We should offer our love to the people in the disaster area.)
  • 4 他献身于科学研究。 (He devoted himself to scientific research.)
  • 5 她献上一束鲜花表示敬意。 (She offered a bouquet of flowers as a sign of respect.)
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