"supplication" in Chinese (Simplified)
恳求祈求
Definition
一种正式、谦逊且恳切的请求,常向有权力的人或神明提出,常见于祷告或哀求中。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
"Supplication" 通常用于正式、宗教、文学或历史语境。常与“发出(make)”、“提出(offer)”等动词连用。口语中更多用“请求”或“恳求”。
Examples
He knelt in supplication before the king.
他在国王面前跪下,表示**恳求**。
She whispered a quiet supplication before sleeping.
她在睡前低声**祈求**。
The people's supplication was for peace in their country.
人们的**祈求**是国家和平。
He raised his hands in supplication during the ceremony.
他在仪式中举起双手表示**祈求**。
Her voice was filled with supplication as she asked for help.
她求助时,声音里充满了**恳求**。
Many prayers are acts of supplication for forgiveness or guidance.
许多祷告其实是对宽恕或指引的**祈求**。