Communion
Pronunciation:kəˈmjuːn.jən
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 圣餐
- 交往
- 共享
Definitions
noun
Definition
The act of sharing or exchanging thoughts, feelings, or experiences with others.
In ZH
与他人分享或交流思想、感情或经历的行为。
Examples
- After everyone shared their funny quarantine stories, it felt like a communion of laughter.
- The book club's communion over the latest bestseller turned into a debate about which character would win in a baking competition.
- At the online meeting, the communion of awkward silences was strong, especially when everyone was on mute.
Cultural Notes
In social contexts, 'communion' often refers to a deep, shared understanding among friends or colleagues, akin to having a heart-to-heart conversation.
noun
Definition
A religious ceremony in which bread and wine are consumed as a representation of sharing in the body and blood of Christ, particularly in Christian traditions.
In ZH
一种宗教仪式，其中食用面包和酒，作为共享基督的身体和鲜血的象征，特别是在基督教传统中。
Examples
- During the service, the priest made an awkward joke about the gluten-free communion bread.
- After a long debate, they finally decided that grape juice would be the official communion drink for the youth group.
- The church put out a Facebook poll asking if it should serve wine or sparkling grape juice for communion, leading to an intense discussion about wine pairings.
Cultural Notes
In many Christian denominations, communion is a significant ritual symbolizing unity and remembrance of Jesus Christ. The ceremony varies greatly among different faiths.