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恶心 (ě xīn) vs 讨厌 (tǎo yàn) — use 恶心 for physical nausea or disgust, while 讨厌 is more about emotional dislike or annoyance.
Learners often confuse 恶心 with similar-sounding words like 伤心 (shāng xīn, to feel sad). This word is informal and widely used in conversation, but may not be suitable for formal writing. Be mindful of the tones; using the wrong tone can change the meaning completely.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 恶心 connects to other vocabulary related to emotions and physical sensations. Focus on how this word is used in context, such as in expressions about health or personal feelings.
Learners sometimes misuse 恶心 to describe a mild dislike, leading to sentences like '我恶心这个菜' (Wǒ ě xīn zhège cài), which is too strong for just not liking a dish. Instead, use '我不喜欢这个菜' (Wǒ bù xǐhuān zhège cài) for mild preferences.
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How to say nausea in Chinese
“nausea” in Chinese is恶心
恶心 (ě xīn) refers to the feeling of nausea or disgust. It can describe both physical sensations, like feeling sick, and emotional responses, such as being repulsed by something unpleasant. This word is often used in everyday conversation to express discomfort or aversion.
When to use 恶心
Learners often confuse 恶心 with similar-sounding words like 伤心 (shāng xīn, to feel sad). This word is informal and widely used in conversation, but may not be suitable for formal writing. Be mindful of the tones; using the wrong tone can change the meaning completely.
恶心 or something close to it
恶心 (ě xīn) vs 讨厌 (tǎo yàn) — use 恶心 for physical nausea or disgust, while 讨厌 is more about emotional dislike or annoyance.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes misuse 恶心 to describe a mild dislike, leading to sentences like '我恶心这个菜' (Wǒ ě xīn zhège cài), which is too strong for just not liking a dish. Instead, use '我不喜欢这个菜' (Wǒ bù xǐhuān zhège cài) for mild preferences.
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Grammar Patterns of 恶心
恶心 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 8 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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她显然还会照吃不误，然后把自己吃到____。
She would apparently eat normally and then make herself sick.
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You can say '我觉得恶心' (Wǒ juédé ě xīn) meaning 'I feel nauseous'.
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