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    Expressing 'to commemorate' with 纪念 (jìniàn)

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    Structure

    纪念 + Object / 纪念 + Noun

    Explanation

    纪念 (jìniàn) is a verb meaning "to commemorate," "to remember," or "to honor the memory of." It is used when paying tribute to significant events, people, or milestones. It can also function as a noun or attributive modifier, as in 纪念日 (memorial day) or 纪念品 (souvenir).

    Examples

    • 我们今天聚在一起纪念爷爷的生日。

      Wǒmen jīntiān jù zài yìqǐ jìniàn yéye de shēngrì.

      We gathered today to commemorate Grandpa's birthday.

    • 这座雕像是为了纪念那些牺牲的战士。

      Zhè zuò diāoxiàng shì wèile jìniàn nàxiē xīshēng de zhànshì.

      This statue was built to honor the soldiers who sacrificed their lives.

    • 每年这一天，人们都会纪念这个历史事件。

      Měi nián zhè yì tiān, rénmen dōu huì jìniàn zhège lìshǐ shìjiàn.

      Every year on this day, people commemorate this historical event.

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