许愿

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xǔyuàn
Meaning: make a wish
Example
他在庙里许愿希望家人平安。
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许愿 (xǔyuàn) meaning in English
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许愿 means to make a wish, typically in a ritualistic or superstitious context. It is often associated with spiritual or cultural practices where individuals express hopes or desires for the future, especially in relation to luck, prosperity, or personal goals.

The character 许 (xǔ) originally meant

💬 Example Sentences

他在庙里许愿希望家人平安。
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He made a wish at the temple hoping his family would be safe.
孩子们在生日时会许愿想要的礼物。
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Children make wishes on their birthdays for the gifts they want.

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