"damascus" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 大马士革

Definition

大马士革是叙利亚的首都，被认为是世界上最古老、持续有人居住的城市之一。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

通常专指叙利亚首都“大马士革”。在历史、圣经或地缘政治语境中常出现。不要与“大马士革钢”混淆，后者是一种以城市命名的金属。

Examples

Damascus is the capital of Syria.

**大马士革**是叙利亚的首都。

Many ancient buildings still stand in Damascus.

在**大马士革**，许多古老建筑依然矗立。

My friend visited Damascus last year.

我朋友去年去了**大马士革**。

The markets in Damascus are full of colors and flavors.

**大马士革**的市场充满了色彩和风味。

Did you know that Damascus is called the 'City of Jasmine'?

你知道**大马士革**被称为“茉莉之城”吗？

Old legends from Damascus inspire artists around the world.

**大马士革**的古老传说启发了世界各地的艺术家。