Memento Mori

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What Does Memento Mori Mean?

  • 生死之念
  • 死亡的提醒
  • 必死之念

Memento Mori Pronunciation

/məˈmɛn.toʊ ˈmɔː.ri/

Memento Mori Definition

noun

Definition

An object or symbol that serves as a reminder of the inevitability of death.

In ZH

一种物品或象征，提醒人们死亡不可避免。

How to Use Memento Mori in a Sentence

  • The skull on the desk was a classic memento mori.
  • She wore a necklace with a tiny skull as a memento mori.
  • In art, memento mori often appears as reminders of mortality.
  • They created a video project called memento mori to explore themes of death.
  • The phrase memento mori is a popular theme in literature and philosophy.

Cultural Notes

The phrase 'memento mori' originates from Latin, meaning 'remember that you must die', and it has been used throughout history to encourage reflection on mortality.

Synonyms for Memento Mori