"bullfighting" in Chinese (Simplified)
斗牛
Definition
一种传统的表演,特别是在西班牙和拉丁美洲某些地区,人们(斗牛士)在斗牛场与公牛搏斗,通常最终将公牛杀死,用作娱乐。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
主要与西班牙相关,也在葡萄牙、墨西哥及拉丁美洲其他地方存在。属于正式话题,经常引发动物权利争议。中文常用“斗牛”泛指西班牙式斗牛,不同于与牛相关的其它表演,比如牛仔竞技(rodeo)。
Examples
Bullfighting is a popular tradition in Spain.
**斗牛**是西班牙一种受欢迎的传统。
Many people travel to see bullfighting shows.
许多人为了观看**斗牛**表演而旅行。
Some people believe bullfighting is cruel.
有些人认为**斗牛**很残忍。
I've never watched bullfighting live, but I've seen it on TV.
我从没现场看过**斗牛**,只在电视上看过。
There's a big debate about whether bullfighting should be banned.
关于是否应该禁止**斗牛**有很大争议。
My friend said bullfighting events are unlike anything else he's experienced.
我朋友说,**斗牛**活动和他经历过的其他事情都不一样。