忌妒 (jìdu) means to feel jealousy or envy towards someone, particularly regarding their achievements, possessions, or relationships. It is commonly used in personal contexts, such as friendships or romantic relationships, and conveys a sense of resentment. The term captures a deep emotional response rather than a mere feeling of dissatisfaction.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
jìdu(ji4du4) T4
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May 27, 2026
忌妒jìdu(ji4du4)
忌妒 (jìdu) means to feel jealousy or envy towards someone, particularly regarding their achievements, possessions, or relationships. It is commonly used in personal contexts, such as friendships or romantic relationships, and conveys a sense of resentment. The term captures a deep emotional response rather than a mere feeling of dissatisfaction.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
Jealousy is a common theme in Chinese literature and art, often depicted as a destructive emotion that can harm relationships. The cultural context emphasizes the importance of harmony in social relationships, making feelings of 忌妒 particularly significant.
Memory Tip
Imagine a green-eyed monster peering through a window, watching someone else enjoy success. The character 忌 (jì) resembles a person with a frown, indicating disapproval or dislike, while 妒 (dù) has a similar look to a heart being squeezed, symbolizing the pain caused by jealousy. Together, they form the idea of feeling bitter about someone else's happiness.
About 忌妒
忌妒Simplified
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
嫉妒 (jídù) vs 忌妒 (jìdu): use 忌妒 when emphasizing a personal emotional response to another's success, while 嫉妒 can imply a more general sense of envy.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a green-eyed monster peering through a window, watching someone else enjoy success. The character 忌 (jì) resembles a person with a frown, indicating disapproval or dislike, while 妒 (dù) has a similar look to a heart being squeezed, symbolizing the pain caused by jealousy. Together, they form the idea of feeling bitter about someone else's happiness.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 忌妒 with similar words like 嫉妒 (jídù), which also means jealousy but has a slightly stronger connotation. This term is more informal and should be used in everyday conversations rather than formal writing. Be careful with the tones, as a mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 7, students should focus on using 忌妒 in varied contexts, particularly in discussions about emotions and relationships. Connecting this word with other emotional vocabulary like 快乐 (happy) and 难过 (sad) can help illustrate the full range of personal feelings.
Cultural Note
Jealousy is a common theme in Chinese literature and art, often depicted as a destructive emotion that can harm relationships. The cultural context emphasizes the importance of harmony in social relationships, making feelings of 忌妒 particularly significant.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 忌妒 with 嫉妒, mistakenly using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我对他的成功感到忌妒' (I feel 忌妒 about his success) is incorrect and should use 嫉妒 instead.
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Cultural Notes for 忌妒
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Jealousy is a common theme in Chinese literature and art, often depicted as a destructive emotion that can harm relationships. The cultural context emphasizes the importance of harmony in social relationships, making feelings of 忌妒 particularly significant.
Frequently Asked Questions about 忌妒
忌妒 is generally milder and can refer to envy, while 嫉妒 has a stronger connotation of jealousy and resentment.
It is typically used in informal contexts, so it may be better to avoid it in formal writing or speeches.
You can use words like 欣赏 (xīnshǎng) which means to appreciate or admire.
