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March 24, 2026
伤心(傷心)shāngxīn(shang1xin1)
伤心 (shāng xīn) means to feel sad or heartbroken, often due to emotional pain or loss. This term is commonly used in contexts of personal loss, disappointment, or grief, conveying a deep emotional response to distressing situations.
Frequency#1596DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, expressing 伤心 openly can be seen as a sign of vulnerability. It's common for people to comfort each other during times of grief, highlighting the importance placed on empathy and community support.
Memory Tip
Imagine a heart (心) that has been hurt (伤), symbolizing the emotional pain. Picture a heart being pierced by an arrow, causing it to bleed – this visual connection helps remember that 伤心 is about feelings of grief and sadness.
Meanings of 伤心
shāngxīn(shang1xin1)
1to grieve
2to be broken-hearted
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About 伤心
伤心Simplified
傷心Traditional
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名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
#1596Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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AI Study Notes for 伤心
Quick Contrast
难过 (nán guò) vs 伤心 (shāng xīn): use 伤心 for deeper emotional pain, while 难过 conveys a more general sense of being upset.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a heart (心) that has been hurt (伤), symbolizing the emotional pain. Picture a heart being pierced by an arrow, causing it to bleed – this visual connection helps remember that 伤心 is about feelings of grief and sadness.
Usage Notes
Ensure to use 伤心 in contexts that involve emotional pain rather than physical pain. It's often used informally among friends but can also be appropriate in more serious discussions about feelings. Be careful with the tone; it should be pronounced with a high level of sadness.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 伤心 connects to other emotional vocabulary like 开心 (kāi xīn, happy) and 难过 (nán guò, upset). Focus on using it in sentences that express feelings or reactions to events.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, expressing 伤心 openly can be seen as a sign of vulnerability. It's common for people to comfort each other during times of grief, highlighting the importance placed on empathy and community support.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 伤心 with 难过 (nán guò), using them interchangeably. While both mean 'sad', 伤心 implies a deeper emotional hurt. For example, saying '我难过因为我失去了我的朋友' is technically correct but might not convey the same depth of feeling as using 伤心.
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Grammar Patterns of 伤心
伤心 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
It is really heartrending to see his own child sentenced.
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他伤心地站在门口，挥手告别。
tā shāng xīn dì zhàn zài mén kǒu， ， huī shǒu gào。
He stood mournfully at the gate waving bye bye.
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他伤心得讲不出话来。
tā shāng xīn dé jiǎng bù chū huà lái。
He was too distressed to talk.
Cultural Notes for 伤心
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, expressing 伤心 openly can be seen as a sign of vulnerability. It's common for people to comfort each other during times of grief, highlighting the importance placed on empathy and community support.
Frequently Asked Questions about 伤心
No, 伤心 specifically refers to emotional pain and should not be used for physical discomfort.
It is generally informal, but can be used in both casual and serious contexts depending on the situation.
You can say, '我很伤心因为我失去了我的朋友' (I am very sad because I lost my friend).
