sermon
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/ˈsɜːrmən/
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/ˈsɜːmən/
A speech about religious or moral topics, often given by a religious leader in a church.
The preacher gave a sermon on the importance of kindness.
传教士就善良的重要性进行了布道。
A long talk where someone tries to teach you a lesson about good behavior.
After breaking the vase, he received a long sermon from his mother about being more careful.
打碎花瓶后,他从母亲那里听到了关于要更小心的长篇训诫。