yàn
jià

archaic
formal

Meaning of 晏驾

晏驾 means to pass away (of an emperor or monarch); to die (imperial euphemism). Pronounced yàn jià.

  • to pass away (of an emperor or monarch); to die (imperial euphemism)

Definitions & Examples

Xiān
yàn
jià
 
tài
suí
wèi
 

The late emperor passed away, and the crown prince then ascended the throne.

Ruò
xià
dàn
yàn
jià
 
shè
dāng
tuō
shuí
 

If Your Majesty should one day pass away, to whom should the state be entrusted?

Shǐ
shū
zǎi
 
Wén
yàn
jià
Wèi
yāng
gōng
 

Historical records state that Emperor Wen passed away at Weiyang Palace.