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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
迷恋míliànto be infatuated withHSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #6341, Very Hard
迷恋míliànto indulge inHSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #6341, Very Hard
míliàn(mi2lian4)mi lian T2
  1. 1to be infatuated with
  2. 2to indulge in
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March 24, 2026

迷恋(迷戀)míliàn(mi2lian4)

迷恋 (mi2 lian4) means to be infatuated with someone or something, often implying a deep, sometimes irrational attachment. It is commonly used in romantic contexts but can also refer to a strong passion for hobbies, celebrities, or interests. The nuance often conveys an overwhelming or consuming nature of this attachment.

Strokes19Frequency#6341DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 迷恋 can be seen in various forms of media, such as dramas and literature, where characters often experience deep infatuations that drive the plot. This reflects the cultural significance placed on romantic relationships.

Memory tip

Think of 迷 (mi2) as 'lost' in love and 恋 (lian4) as 'love' itself. Picture someone so deeply infatuated that they are lost in a maze of emotions, unable to find their way out, representing the intensity of their feelings.

Meanings of 迷恋

míliàn(mi2lian4)
1to be infatuated with
2to indulge in
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迷恋Simplified
迷戀Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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迷恋 (míliàn) vs 热爱 (rè'ài) — choose 迷恋 when emphasizing an infatuation that may be irrational or obsessive, rather than a deep, healthy love or passion as suggested by 热爱.

Usage Notes

Avoid using 迷恋 in overly formal situations, as it carries a personal and emotional weight. A common mistake is to confuse it with 喜欢 (xi3 huan1), which means 'to like' and lacks the depth of infatuation. It is often found in phrases like 迷恋某人 (to be infatuated with someone).

HSK Study Tips

Though not in an HSK level, understanding 迷恋 can help learners connect with words related to emotions and relationships. Students should focus on similar terms for love and infatuation, such as 爱 (ai4) and 恋爱 (lian4 ai4), to build emotional vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 迷恋 with 欣赏 (xin1 shang3), which means 'to appreciate.' For example, saying 我迷恋他因为他的音乐 (I am infatuated with him because of his music) can be misleading; the correct term for admiration would be 我欣赏他的音乐.

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Component characters

迷míto bewilder
HSK 59 strokes辶
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恋liànto feel attached to
HSK 610 strokes心
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How to say to be infatuated with in Chinese

“to be infatuated with” in Chinese is迷恋míliàn

迷恋 (mi2 lian4) means to be infatuated with someone or something, often implying a deep, sometimes irrational attachment. It is commonly used in romantic contexts but can also refer to a strong passion for hobbies, celebrities, or interests. The nuance often conveys an overwhelming or consuming nature of this attachment.

When to use 迷恋

Avoid using 迷恋 in overly formal situations, as it carries a personal and emotional weight. A common mistake is to confuse it with 喜欢 (xi3 huan1), which means 'to like' and lacks the depth of infatuation. It is often found in phrases like 迷恋某人 (to be infatuated with someone).

迷恋 or something close to it

迷恋 (míliàn) vs 热爱 (rè'ài) — choose 迷恋 when emphasizing an infatuation that may be irrational or obsessive, rather than a deep, healthy love or passion as suggested by 热爱.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 迷恋 with 欣赏 (xin1 shang3), which means 'to appreciate.' For example, saying 我迷恋他因为他的音乐 (I am infatuated with him because of his music) can be misleading; the correct term for admiration would be 我欣赏他的音乐.

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In Western cultures, infatuation is often seen as a fleeting feeling, while in Chinese culture, it can be portrayed as a more serious and consuming emotion, sometimes leading to significant life decisions.

Frequently asked questions about 迷恋

Yes, 迷恋 can describe a strong passion for hobbies or interests, such as 迷恋音乐 (infatuated with music).

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