悵 (chàng) - disappointed, dejected, melancholy, sorrowful — describes a state

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悵 · chàng

disappointed, dejected, melancholy, sorrowful — describes a state of sadness, regret, or dissatisfaction, often due to unfulfilled expectations or loss.

disappointed, dejected, melancholy, sorrowful — describes a state

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

  • 憂— worry, sorrow
  • 愁— sadness, anxiety
  • 惘— bewildered, lost (often paired with 悵)

Antonyms

  • 喜— joy, happiness
  • 樂— pleasure, delight
  • 歡— cheerful, joyous

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He felt deeply disappointed (感到悵然).
  • She was melancholy after the farewell (離別後有些悵惘).
  • A sense of loss lingered (心中留下一片悵惘).
  • He sighed with regret (悵然嘆息).

Collocations

  • disappointed and regretful(悵然)
  • melancholy and lost(悵惘)
  • feel disappointed(感到悵惘)
  • sigh with regret(悵嘆)
  • disappointed and sorrowful(悵惋)
  • lingering disappointment(悵恨)

Idioms

  • Disappointed and regretful(悵然若失)
  • Melancholy and frustrated(悵惘不已)
  • Sigh with deep regret(悵然長嘆)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in classical Chinese poetry and literature to convey a refined, introspective sadness.
  • Reflects a traditional aesthetic where melancholy is seen as deep and meaningful, not merely negative.
  • Commonly associated with themes of parting, unfulfilled ambition, or reflection on the past.

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