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复数形式
epitaphs
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墓志铭, 墓碑上的诗
a short verse or poem on a tombstone, serving to commemorate or convey a message to visitors of the grave
An epitaph is a brief inscription or statement, typically found on a gravestone or memorial, that honors and commemorates a deceased person. It usually includes the person's name, dates of birth and death, and a short message or tribute that reflects their life, achievements, or qualities. Epitaphs are meant to serve as a lasting tribute, offering a glimpse into the individual's life and the impact they had on others.
- At the funeral, a close friend read aloud the heartfelt epitaph etched into the gravestone.
在葬礼上，一位亲密的朋友大声朗读了刻在墓碑上的 heartfelt 墓志铭。
- Generations later, visitors could still make out parts of the worn epitaph carved into the aging marble.
几代人之后，来访者仍然可以辨认出刻在老化大理石上的磨损墓志铭的部分。
- The epitaph quoted her favorite poem to represent the creative spirit she brought to her art.
墓志铭引用了她最喜欢的诗，以代表她为艺术带来的创造精神。
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墓志铭, 悼词
a statement that honors and commemorates someone who has died
- Each year on the anniversary of his death, a friend would post an epitaph on social media remembering his kindness.
每年在他去世的周年纪念日，一位朋友都会在社交媒体上发布一篇墓志铭，纪念他的善良。
- When unveiling the new memorial, the mayor delivered a speech with epitaphs for each of the victims being honored.
在揭幕新纪念碑时，市长发表了演讲，为每一位被纪念的受害者献上了墓志铭。
- The alumni magazine often runs epitaphs submitted by classmates about notable deceased members.
校友杂志经常刊登同学们提交的关于已故知名成员的墓志铭。