Meaning
凯旋 describes a triumphant return after achieving victory, typically in battle or competition. It carries strong connotations of glory, success, and celebration, and is often used in formal or literary contexts to describe heroes, armies, or champions returning home after a significant achievement.
Usage
This is a relatively formal or literary word commonly seen in news reports, historical texts, and ceremonial contexts. It's frequently used to describe athletes returning after winning competitions, military forces after successful campaigns, or space missions returning successfully. Modern usage extends beyond literal military victory to any prestigious achievement followed by a celebrated homecoming.
Examples
- 01奥运代表团凯旋归来，受到了民众的热烈欢迎。, .The Olympic delegation returned in triumph and received an enthusiastic welcome from the people.
- 02经过三年的艰苦战斗，军队终于凯旋而归。, .After three years of arduous fighting, the army finally returned victorious.
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Common collocations
- 凯旋而归to return in triumph
- 凯旋门triumphal arch, Arc de Triomphe
- 胜利凯旋to return victoriously
- 凯旋归来to return home in triumph
Antonyms
Origin
凯 originally referred to victory songs or triumphant music in ancient China, while 旋 means to return or come back. Together they form a classical compound meaning to return victoriously with celebration and honor.