solemn
gb/sˈɑləm/ us/sˈɑləm/
B2
Anh
~ 2000
Các nghĩa
0 nghĩa
adjective
formal
B2
property
1
Serious and respectful in manner
Looking or sounding very serious and showing respect.
Mẫu sử dụng:
[someone/something] is solemn
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes confuse 'solemn' with 'silent'. 'Solemn' means serious and respectful, not simply quiet.
Từ đồng nghĩa
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'.)
Từ trái nghĩa
casual (Light, informal, and lacking seriousness or formality.)
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playful (Full of fun and lightheartedness; the opposite mood of 'solemn'.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
solemn ceremony
|solemn promise
|solemn expression
|solemn moment
|solemn duty
Chủ đề
emotions
|social
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Ví dụ
- The judge spoke in a solemn voice as he delivered the verdict.
- They held a solemn ceremony to honor the fallen soldiers.
- 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.
Ví dụ cho người học
- The teacher looked solemn when she gave us the news.
- It was a solemn day for the whole town.
- He gave me a solemn promise.
- Her eyes were solemn as she spoke.
- The meeting ended in a solemn silence.
adjective
formal
B2
property
2
Formal and dignified in style or manner
Formal and serious in style or way of doing something.
Mẫu sử dụng:
[event/occasion] is solemn
Từ đồng nghĩa
ceremonial (Emphasizes the ritual or formal aspect without necessarily implying seriousness.)
Từ trái nghĩa
informal (Casual and relaxed without ceremony or dignity.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
solemn occasion
|solemn ritual
|solemn procession
Chủ đề
social
|culture
|core_vocabulary
|politics
|religion
Ví dụ
- The graduation was a solemn occasion for all involved.
- They marched in a solemn procession through the streets.
- The ambassador attended a solemn reception at the palace.
Ví dụ cho người học
- The wedding was a solemn event.
- We walked in a solemn line into the hall.
- It was a solemn ceremony at the school.
adjective
formal
B2
property
3
Formally binding and serious (promise/vow)
Very serious and important, often because of law or promise.
Mẫu sử dụng:
a solemn [promise/oath/vow/agreement]
Từ đồng nghĩa
binding (Focuses on legal or moral obligation rather than tone or manner.)
Từ trái nghĩa
nonbinding (Not legally or morally enforceable.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
solemn oath
|solemn vow
|solemn agreement
Chủ đề
law
|ethics
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Ví dụ
- He took a solemn oath to uphold the constitution.
- They entered into a solemn agreement to protect the environment.
- She made a solemn vow never to reveal the secret.
Ví dụ cho người học
- He made a solemn promise to help her.
- They signed a solemn agreement.
- She gave a solemn oath in court.
Ngữ pháp
Cách diễn đạt
solemn ceremony
1/sˈɑləm sˈɛɹɪmˌoʊni/
fixed phrase
formal
Formal serious event or ritual
A formal event that is very serious and respectful.
Ví dụ
- 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.
Ví dụ
- 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.
Ví dụ
- She made a solemn promise never to lie again.
- The leader gave a solemn promise to protect his people.