Meanings of 妒忌
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嫉妒 (jídù) — use 妒忌 for a more general sense of jealousy, while 嫉妒 often implies a stronger emotional reaction or resentment.
Be cautious about using 妒忌 in formal settings, as it can carry strong emotional connotations. It is commonly used in informal conversations. A common mistake is to confuse it with 嫉妒 (ji2 du4), which has a similar meaning but can sound more intense; use 妒忌 for a slightly softer expression.
While 妒忌 is not explicitly listed in HSK levels, it connects well with vocabulary related to emotions and interpersonal relationships. Focus on using it in sentences that express feelings of envy to better understand its nuances.
Learners often confuse 妒忌 with 嫉妒; while both mean jealousy, 嫉妒 is more intense. For example, saying '我嫉妒他的成功' (I envy his success) would be stronger than '我妒忌他的成功.'
Pronunciation of 妒忌
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How to say to be jealous of (sb's achievements etc) in Chinese
“to be jealous of (sb's achievements etc)” in Chinese is妒忌
妒忌 (du4 ji4) means to feel jealousy or envy towards someone, particularly in relation to their achievements or possessions. This term is often used in contexts where comparisons are made, highlighting feelings of inadequacy or resentment towards another person's success.
When to use 妒忌
Be cautious about using 妒忌 in formal settings, as it can carry strong emotional connotations. It is commonly used in informal conversations. A common mistake is to confuse it with 嫉妒 (ji2 du4), which has a similar meaning but can sound more intense; use 妒忌 for a slightly softer expression.
妒忌 or something close to it
嫉妒 (jídù) — use 妒忌 for a more general sense of jealousy, while 嫉妒 often implies a stronger emotional reaction or resentment.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 妒忌 with 嫉妒; while both mean jealousy, 嫉妒 is more intense. For example, saying '我嫉妒他的成功' (I envy his success) would be stronger than '我妒忌他的成功.'
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Frequently Asked Questions about 妒忌
You can say, '我对她的成功感到妒忌' (I feel jealous of her success).
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