歃血而盟 — “To form a solemn alliance or make a sacred oath”
歃血而盟 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to form a solemn alliance or make a sacred oath”. Traditionally by smearing one's lips with sacrificial blood to signify unwavering commitment. Literally, “Smear blood and swear an oath”.
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What does 歃血而盟 mean?
歃血而盟 (shà xuè ér méng) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to form a solemn alliance or make a sacred oath”.
How do you pronounce 歃血而盟?
歃血而盟 is pronounced shà xuè ér méng in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 歃血而盟 literally mean?
Literally, 歃血而盟 means “Smear blood and swear an oath”. It is used to mean “to form a solemn alliance or make a sacred oath”.
What is the Chinese definition of 歃血而盟?
歃血：口含血。古代会盟者在嘴旁涂牲畜的血，表示诚意立盟