() - To be anxious, worried, or troubled in mind.

Tone 4

dì | 8 strokes | radical: 忄

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To be anxious, worried, or troubled in mind.

To be anxious, worried, or troubled in mind.

Usage highlights

To be anxiousWorried expressionAnxious thoughtsDeeply troubledRestless with worryUneasy heart

Synonyms

  • worry, anxiety
  • concern, anxiety
  • sorrow, worry

Antonyms

  • calm, peaceful
  • tranquil, serene
  • quiet, calm

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He felt deeply troubled (心中怟怟不安).
  • Her expression showed worry (面带怟色).
  • The matter caused him anxiety (此事令他怟虑).

Collocations

  • To be anxious(怟怟)
  • Worried expression(怟色)
  • Anxious thoughts(怟虑)
  • Deeply troubled(怟忧)
  • Restless with worry(怟躁)
  • Uneasy heart(心怟)

Idioms

  • Restless with anxiety(怟怟不安)
  • Worried and troubled(怟忧忡忡)
  • Anxious and uneasy(怟虑重重)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • A classical literary character describing a state of mental unease or distress.
  • Rarely used in modern vernacular Chinese, primarily found in classical texts or poetic contexts.
  • Reflects traditional concepts of emotional states and mental well-being.

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