肃穆

肅穆

sùmù

adjective #38,383

Meanings

HSK 7-9

追悼会上气氛肃穆。

Zhuīdàohuì shàng qìfen sùmù.

The atmosphere at the memorial service was solemn.

HSK 7-9

走进纪念堂，人们都放轻了脚步，四周一片肃穆。

Zǒujìn jìniàntáng, rénmen dōu fàngqīng le jiǎobù, sìzhōu yí piàn sùmù.

As they entered the memorial hall, everyone softened their steps, and all around was hushed and solemn.

usage

Used of ceremonies, memorials, temples and cemeteries, often paired with 庄严 (dignified). For a person's stern face or manner, use 严肃 instead.

肃 sù

穆 mù