anthem
noun
Definitions of anthem noun
- Countable(可數名詞)
A song of praise or devotion, often of national or group significance, that is sung on special occasions.
國歌；頌歌；（團體或組織的）代表歌曲
In international sporting events, the national anthems of each team are played before the start of the match.
在國際體育賽事中，比賽開始前會播放每支隊伍的國歌。
This song has become an anthem for the global environmental movement.
這首歌已成為全球環保運動的頌歌。
This song is often sung by students at graduation ceremonies, as if it were their anthem.
這首歌常在畢業典禮上由學生們演唱，彷彿是他們的頌歌。
- Countable(可數名詞)
A religious hymn or song of praise, often performed by a choir, typically with organ accompaniment.
（宗教）聖歌；讚美詩
The church choir is preparing an anthem for the Easter service.
教堂合唱團正在為復活節禮拜準備一首聖歌。
The melody of this anthem is beautiful and moving.
這首聖歌的旋律優美而感人。
During Christmas, the church is filled with the sound of the choir singing anthems.
聖誕節期間，教堂裡充滿了合唱團唱聖歌的聲音。