"martyrs" in Chinese (Simplified)
烈士
Definition
因信仰（尤其是宗教或政治信仰）而牺牲或受苦的人，通常被尊敬或纪念。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
“烈士”多用于正式、历史或宗教语境，表示因信仰或理想牺牲的人。不要与一般意外受害者混淆。偶尔也用作比喻，指为理想牺牲很多的人。
Examples
Many martyrs are remembered for standing up for their beliefs.
许多**烈士**因坚持信仰而被铭记。
The country built a monument for its martyrs.
国家为自己的**烈士**建了纪念碑。
Stories of martyrs are told to inspire future generations.
讲述**烈士**的故事以激励后代。
People in the village honor their martyrs every year on this date.
村里的人每年这一天都会纪念自己的**烈士**。
He talked about modern martyrs who still fight for freedom.
他谈到了当今仍为自由而奋斗的**烈士**。
'They became martyrs for speaking the truth,' she explained quietly.
“他们因为讲真话成了**烈士**。”她低声解释道。