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    Expressing 'to die in a disaster' with 罹难 (línàn)

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    Structure

    Subject + 罹难; Number + 人 + 罹难

    Explanation

    罹难 (línàn) means "to die in a disaster" or "to be killed in an accident." It is a formal and solemn term used in news reports and official statements to describe deaths caused by accidents, natural disasters, or tragic incidents. It conveys a sense of misfortune and is more dignified than casual terms for death.

    Examples

    • 这次地震中有上百人不幸罹难。

      zhè cì dìzhèn zhōng yǒu shàng bǎi rén búxìng línàn.

      Over a hundred people tragically perished in this earthquake.

    • 我们深切悼念在事故中罹难的人员。

      wǒmen shēnqiè dàoniàn zài shìgù zhōng línàn de rényuán.

      We deeply mourn those who perished in the accident.

    • 飞机失事后，所有乘客全部罹难。

      fēijī shīshì hòu, suǒyǒu chéngkè quánbù línàn.

      After the plane crash, all passengers perished.

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