Meanings of 恶意
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恶意 (malicious intention) vs 恶行 (evil act) — choose 恶意 when referring specifically to the intention behind actions, rather than the actions themselves.
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 恶意; both syllables are in the fourth tone, which can lead to confusion if not pronounced correctly. It is generally used in a serious or formal context, especially in legal or ethical discussions. Common collocations include '恶意行为' (malicious act) and '恶意竞争' (malicious competition).
Although 恶意 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can enhance comprehension of Chinese literature and legal texts. Focus on the radicals and other words with 恶 (è) to expand your vocabulary related to negativity and malice, such as 恶劣 (è liè), meaning 'bad' or 'poor'.
Learners often confuse 恶意 with similar-sounding words like 乐意 (lè yì), which means 'to be willing'. For example, saying '我有恶意' (I have a willingness) instead of '我有恶意' (I have malice) is incorrect.
Pronunciation of 恶意
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How to say malice in Chinese
“malice” in Chinese is恶意
恶意 (è yì) refers to a malicious intention or an evil mindset towards someone or something. It is commonly used in contexts involving negative actions, such as deceit or harm caused deliberately. This term conveys a sense of intentional wrongdoing rather than accidental harm.
When to use 恶意
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 恶意; both syllables are in the fourth tone, which can lead to confusion if not pronounced correctly. It is generally used in a serious or formal context, especially in legal or ethical discussions. Common collocations include '恶意行为' (malicious act) and '恶意竞争' (malicious competition).
恶意 or something close to it
恶意 (malicious intention) vs 恶行 (evil act) — choose 恶意 when referring specifically to the intention behind actions, rather than the actions themselves.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 恶意 with similar-sounding words like 乐意 (lè yì), which means 'to be willing'. For example, saying '我有恶意' (I have a willingness) instead of '我有恶意' (I have malice) is incorrect.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 恶意
You can say '他的行为充满了恶意' (His actions were filled with malice).
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