solemn
gb/sˈɑləm/ us/sˈɑləm/
B2
Engels
~ 2000
ünnepélyes, komoly, méltóságteljes
B2
FORMAL
1
ünnepélyes
B1
komoly
A2
Gebruikspatroon:
[someone/something] is solemn
The judge spoke in a solemn voice as he delivered the verdict.
A bíró komoly, ünnepélyes hangon mondta ki az ítéletet.
They held a solemn ceremony to honor the fallen soldiers.
Ünnepélyes megemlékezést tartottak az elesett katonák tiszteletére.
Her face was solemn during the memorial service.
He made a solemn vow to protect the truth.
The atmosphere grew solemn as the news spread.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
The teacher looked solemn when she gave us the news.
A tanár komoly arccal nézett ránk, amikor közölte velünk a hírt.
It was a solemn day for the whole town.
Az egész város számára komoly, ünnepélyes hangulatú nap volt.
He gave me a solemn promise.
Her eyes were solemn as she spoke.
The meeting ended in a solemn silence.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes confuse 'solemn' with 'silent'. 'Solemn' means serious and respectful, not simply quiet.
Betekenis
Serious and respectful in manner
Woordcombinaties
solemn ceremony
|solemn promise
|solemn expression
|solemn moment
|solemn duty
Synoniemen
serious (More general; can refer to any non-playful state without necessarily implying respect or formality.)
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grave (Often suggests a heavier, more somber tone than 'solemn'.)
Antoniemen
casual (Light, informal, and lacking seriousness or formality.)
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playful (Full of fun and lightheartedness; the opposite mood of 'solemn'.)
Thema's
emotions
|social
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definitie
Looking or sounding very serious and showing respect.
Characterized by deep seriousness and formal respect, especially in behavior, speech, or appearance.
B2
FORMAL
2
ünnepélyes
B1
Gebruikspatroon:
[event/occasion] is solemn
The graduation was a solemn occasion for all involved.
A diplomaosztó minden érintett számára ünnepélyes alkalom volt.
They marched in a solemn procession through the streets.
Ünnepélyes menetben vonultak végig az utcákon.
The ambassador attended a solemn reception at the palace.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
The wedding was a solemn event.
Az esküvő ünnepélyes esemény volt.
We walked in a solemn line into the hall.
Ünnepélyes sorban vonultunk be a terembe.
It was a solemn ceremony at the school.
Betekenis
Formal and dignified in style or manner
Woordcombinaties
solemn occasion
|solemn ritual
|solemn procession
Synoniemen
ceremonial (Emphasizes the ritual or formal aspect without necessarily implying seriousness.)
Antoniemen
informal (Casual and relaxed without ceremony or dignity.)
Thema's
social
|culture
|core_vocabulary
|politics
|religion
Definitie
Formal and serious in style or way of doing something.
Marked by formal dignity, often in ceremonies or official occasions.
B2
FORMAL
3
ünnepélyes
B1
Gebruikspatroon:
a solemn [promise/oath/vow/agreement]
He took a solemn oath to uphold the constitution.
Ünnepélyes esküt tett arra, hogy betartja és megvédi az alkotmányt.
They entered into a solemn agreement to protect the environment.
Ünnepélyes megállapodást kötöttek a környezet védelméről.
She made a solemn vow never to reveal the secret.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
He made a solemn promise to help her.
Ünnepélyes ígéretet tett, hogy segít neki.
They signed a solemn agreement.
Ünnepélyes megállapodást írtak alá.
She gave a solemn oath in court.
Betekenis
Formally binding and serious (promise/vow)
Woordcombinaties
solemn oath
|solemn vow
|solemn agreement
Synoniemen
binding (Focuses on legal or moral obligation rather than tone or manner.)
Antoniemen
nonbinding (Not legally or morally enforceable.)
Thema's
law
|ethics
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definitie
Very serious and important, often because of law or promise.
Having great moral or legal force because of being made seriously and with formality.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
solemn
IPA
GB/sˈɑləm/
US/sˈɑləm/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
sol - emn (2 lettergrepen)
Stress on 1st syllable (sol)
Woordvormen
Adjective
- Base: solemn
Woordfamilie
Uitdrukkingen
solemn ceremony
1/sˈɑləm sˈɛɹɪmˌoʊni/
fixed phrase
formal
Formal serious event or ritual
A formal event that is very serious and respectful.
Voorbeelden
- The memorial was marked by a solemn ceremony.
- They held a solemn ceremony at the monument.
solemn oath
1/sˈɑləm ˈoʊθ/
fixed phrase
formal
Formal serious declaration or vow
A very serious and formal statement that you will do something or that something is true.
Voorbeelden
- He swore a solemn oath before the court.
- They took a solemn oath to serve their country.
solemn promise
1/sˈɑləm pɹˈɑməs/
fixed phrase
formal
A serious, formal commitment
A very serious promise that you must keep.
Voorbeelden
- She made a solemn promise never to lie again.
- The leader gave a solemn promise to protect his people.