This is the 3553rd most frequent Chinese word.
洗礼
"Baptism" or "a significant transformative experience."
In this sentence, '洗礼' is metaphorically used to describe an experience that is transformative and significant, similar to a rite of initiation or transition.
这次演讲比赛是我人生的一次洗礼。
This speech contest was a baptism in my life.
Here, '洗礼' is applied metaphorically to indicate an introductory or cleansing experience, marking a critical beginning stage.
新员工的入职培训像是一场职场的洗礼。
The orientation training for new employees is like a baptism in the workplace.
In this context, '洗礼' retains its literal meaning, referring to the religious ritual of baptism.