Meaning
警句 refers to a concise, memorable statement that expresses a truth, principle, or moral lesson. These are pithy sayings designed to warn, advise, or enlighten. The term literally combines 'warning/alert' (警) with 'sentence' (句), indicating statements that serve to caution or instruct.
Usage
This is a formal, literary term commonly used in written Chinese, academic discussions, and literary analysis. It refers to profound sayings found in classical literature, philosophical texts, or created by writers and thinkers. Native speakers use it when discussing literary devices or quoting wise sayings.
Examples
- 01这本书里收录了许多古代哲学家的警句。.This book contains many aphorisms from ancient philosophers.
- 02他在演讲中引用了几句警句来说明自己的观点。.He quoted several maxims in his speech to illustrate his viewpoint.
Characters
Measure words
- 句一句警句
- 条几条警句
Common collocations
- 人生警句life aphorisms
- 经典警句classic maxims
- 一句警句an aphorism
Origin
The word combines 警 (warning, alert) with 句 (sentence), literally meaning 'warning sentence' or 'cautionary phrase,' reflecting the instructional and moral nature of aphorisms.