"pilgrim" in Chinese (Simplified)
朝圣者
Definition
朝圣者是指为了宗教原因前往圣地的人,也可以指为特殊(常为精神)目的而旅行的人。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
'Pilgrim'(朝圣者)多用于宗教和历史背景,如基督教朝圣者到美国,也用在描述为特殊目的长途跋涉的人。现今一般不用来指现代游客,不要混淆与“tourist”。
Examples
The pilgrim walked for many days to reach the holy city.
这位**朝圣者**走了很多天才到达圣城。
Each year, thousands of pilgrims visit Mecca.
每年有成千上万的**朝圣者**前往麦加。
The story is about a pilgrim and his journey.
这个故事讲述了一位**朝圣者**和他的旅程。
My grandmother once traveled as a pilgrim to Jerusalem.
我奶奶曾经以**朝圣者**的身份去了耶路撒冷。
During Thanksgiving, Americans remember the first pilgrims who came to their country.
感恩节时,美国人会纪念最早来到美国的**朝圣者**。
Not every pilgrim travels on foot—some go by bus or even plane.
并不是每个**朝圣者**都步行,有些人会乘坐大巴或飞机。