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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
仇恨chóuhènto hateHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #4951, Very Hard
仇恨chóuhènhatredHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #4951, Very Hard
仇恨chóuhènenmityHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #4951, Very Hard
仇恨chóuhènhostilityHSK 7, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #4951, Very Hard
chóuhèn(chou2hen4)chou hen T2
  1. 1to hate
  2. 2hatred
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March 24, 2026

仇恨chóuhèn(chou2hen4)

仇恨 (chóu hèn) refers to a deep-seated feeling of hatred or enmity towards someone or something. It is commonly used in contexts discussing interpersonal conflicts, societal issues, or historical grievances. This term conveys strong negative emotions and is often used in serious discussions about relationships and societal tensions.

Strokes13Frequency#4951DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese history, the term 仇恨 has often been used to describe the sentiments during wars and conflicts, such as the Anti-Japanese War, where collective national anger was directed against oppressors. This reflects a cultural emphasis on historical memory and collective emotions.

Memory tip

Think of 仇 (chóu) as 'enemy' and 恨 (hèn) as 'hate', combining them to visualize a fierce enemy that you despise. Imagine a character in a story who has an enemy they cannot stand, and the feeling of hatred is so intense that it consumes their thoughts.

Meanings of 仇恨

chóuhèn(chou2hen4)
1to hate
2hatred
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仇恨Simplified
13Strokes
—Radical
名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

仇恨 (hatred) vs 憎恨 (resentment) — use 仇恨 for deep-seated hatred, while 憎恨 implies a more personal, intense dislike.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 仇恨 with lighter terms like '不喜欢' (bù xǐ huān, dislike), as 仇恨 carries a more intense meaning. It is generally used in formal contexts when discussing serious issues, such as racism or historical conflicts. Ensure to use the correct tones: 仇 (chóu) is second tone and 恨 (hèn) is fourth tone.

HSK Study Tips

While 仇恨 is not currently part of the HSK vocabulary, it relates to HSK 5-6 level concepts of emotions and societal issues. Students should focus on recognizing how this term fits into discussions about feelings and conflicts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mix up 仇恨 with lighter expressions of dislike, such as '讨厌' (tǎo yàn). For instance, saying '我对他很讨厌' (Wǒ duì tā hěn tǎo yàn) when they mean to express deep hatred would be incorrect. Use '我对他很仇恨' (Wǒ duì tā hěn chóu hèn) for stronger feelings.

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Component characters

仇chóuhatred
HSK 74 strokes亻
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恨hènto hate
HSK 69 strokes忄
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How to say to hate in Chinese

“to hate” in Chinese is仇恨chóuhèn

仇恨 (chóu hèn) refers to a deep-seated feeling of hatred or enmity towards someone or something. It is commonly used in contexts discussing interpersonal conflicts, societal issues, or historical grievances. This term conveys strong negative emotions and is often used in serious discussions about relationships and societal tensions.

When to use 仇恨

Be careful not to confuse 仇恨 with lighter terms like '不喜欢' (bù xǐ huān, dislike), as 仇恨 carries a more intense meaning. It is generally used in formal contexts when discussing serious issues, such as racism or historical conflicts. Ensure to use the correct tones: 仇 (chóu) is second tone and 恨 (hèn) is fourth tone.

仇恨 or something close to it

仇恨 (hatred) vs 憎恨 (resentment) — use 仇恨 for deep-seated hatred, while 憎恨 implies a more personal, intense dislike.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mix up 仇恨 with lighter expressions of dislike, such as '讨厌' (tǎo yàn). For instance, saying '我对他很讨厌' (Wǒ duì tā hěn tǎo yàn) when they mean to express deep hatred would be incorrect. Use '我对他很仇恨' (Wǒ duì tā hěn chóu hèn) for stronger feelings.

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Cultural Notes for 仇恨

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Unlike in some Western cultures where hate can sometimes be trivialized or dismissed, in Chinese culture, 仇恨 is often seen as a serious sentiment that can impact relationships for generations.

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No, 仇恨 is generally used in more serious contexts, such as discussions about conflicts or historical grievances.

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