
asoka
词源
源自梵语 'Aśoka',意为'无忧',指阿育王的名字及其相关植物。
noun
❶ 阿育王,古印度孔雀王朝的著名帝王,以推广佛教和仁慈统治闻名。
“Asoka is considered one of the greatest rulers in Indian history.”
(阿育王被认为是印度历史上最伟大的统治者之一。)
“The reign of Asoka marked a significant period of peace and prosperity.”
(阿育王的统治标志着一个和平与繁荣的重要时期。)
❶ 阿育王树,一种开红花的乔木,学名Saraca asoca,常见于印度和东南亚。
“The Asoka tree is often planted in temples and gardens for its beautiful flowers.”
(阿育王树因其美丽的花朵常被种植在寺庙和花园中。)
“In spring, the Asoka tree blooms with clusters of bright red flowers.”
(春天时,阿育王树会开出一簇簇鲜红色的花朵。)
常见短语
Asoka's pillars — 阿育王石柱,指阿育王时期刻有佛教教义和法令的石柱,遍布印度各地。
“The lion capital of Asoka's pillar is now the national emblem of India.”
(阿育王石柱上的狮子柱头现在是印度的国徽。)
Asoka's edicts — 阿育王诏书,刻在石头和柱子上的法令,宣扬道德和佛教教义。
“Asoka's edicts promote non-violence and respect for all living beings.”
(阿育王诏书提倡非暴力和尊重一切生命。)