"sabbath" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 安息日

Definition

一个为休息或宗教活动而设定的日子，通常为犹太人从周五傍晚到周六傍晚，以及部分基督徒的周日。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

多用于宗教语境，尤指犹太教（安息日）和基督教。有时也指巫术或异教节日（撒巴）。语气较正式、传统。

Examples

The Jewish Sabbath begins at sunset on Friday.

犹太人的**安息日**在周五日落时开始。

Many Christians attend church on the Sabbath.

许多基督徒在**安息日**去教堂。

People rest and avoid work during the Sabbath.

人们在**安息日**休息并避免工作。

My grandparents light candles to welcome the Sabbath every week.

我的祖父母每周都点蜡烛迎接**安息日**。

For some, the Sabbath is a time for family meals and reflection.

对一些人来说，**安息日**是与家人共进晚餐和反思的时光。

I've never worked on the Sabbath—it's a tradition in my family.

我从来不在**安息日**工作——这是我家的传统。