No. 3,553 in Chinese
洗礼
"Baptism" or "a significant transformative experience."
In a sentence
这次演讲比赛是我人生的一次洗礼。
This speech contest was a baptism in my life.
In this sentence, '洗礼' is metaphorically used to describe an experience that is transformative and significant, similar to a rite of initiation or transition.
新员工的入职培训像是一场职场的洗礼。
The orientation training for new employees is like a baptism in the workplace.
Here, '洗礼' is applied metaphorically to indicate an introductory or cleansing experience, marking a critical beginning stage.
宗教仪式中会进行洗礼以示信仰的重生。
A baptism is performed in religious ceremonies to signify the rebirth of faith.
In this context, '洗礼' retains its literal meaning, referring to the religious ritual of baptism.
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