pagoda collapses

language: zh

definitions

  1. The physical structural failure or destruction of a tiered tower building, typically occurring due to natural disasters, age, or damage.
    zh: 宝塔结构倒塌
  2. A literary title or narrative event symbolizing the downfall of a regime, family lineage, or established belief system.
    zh: 象征王朝覆灭

examples

  1. After the massive earthquake, witnesses reported that the pagoda collapses into dust within seconds.

    大地震过后，目击者报告说，宝塔在几秒钟内就化为了尘土。

  2. In the novel, the chapter titled The Pagoda Collapses marks the definitive end of the dynasty.

    在这部小说中，题为《宝塔崩塌》的一章标志着该王朝的彻底终结。