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AI Study Notes for 伤害
损害 (sǔnhài) vs 伤害 (shānghài): use 伤害 for emotional or interpersonal harm, while 损害 focuses more on physical damage or loss.
Be careful not to confuse 伤害 with similar words like 受伤 (shòushāng), which specifically means 'to be injured'. 伤害 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but often implies a more intentional act of harm. Watch out for tone errors, as mispronouncing shang (1st tone) can change the meaning.
As an HSK Level 5 word, 伤害 is crucial for discussing health, safety, and emotional well-being. Students should focus on using it in sentences that reflect real-life situations, such as describing accidents or interpersonal conflicts, and practice collocations with other related vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 伤害 with 受伤 (shòushāng), mistakenly using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我受伤了' (I harmed) instead of '我伤害了他' (I harmed him) can lead to confusion.
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How to say to injure in Chinese
“to injure” in Chinese is伤害
伤害 (shānghài) means to injure or to harm someone or something, both physically and emotionally. It is commonly used in contexts related to health, safety, and interpersonal relationships, often emphasizing the consequences of actions that lead to damage or suffering.
When to use 伤害
Be careful not to confuse 伤害 with similar words like 受伤 (shòushāng), which specifically means 'to be injured'. 伤害 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but often implies a more intentional act of harm. Watch out for tone errors, as mispronouncing shang (1st tone) can change the meaning.
伤害 or something close to it
损害 (sǔnhài) vs 伤害 (shānghài): use 伤害 for emotional or interpersonal harm, while 损害 focuses more on physical damage or loss.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 伤害 with 受伤 (shòushāng), mistakenly using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我受伤了' (I harmed) instead of '我伤害了他' (I harmed him) can lead to confusion.
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Grammar Patterns of 伤害
伤害 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 2 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.
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他们两人都被判造成他人严重人身____的罪名成立。
They were both found guilty of causing grievous bodily harm.
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Cultural Notes for 伤害
In Western cultures, the focus is often on physical injuries, while in Chinese culture, emotional harm is equally significant, highlighting the interconnectedness of physical and emotional well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions about 伤害
Yes, 伤害 can refer to both physical and emotional harm, making it versatile in discussions about relationships.
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