dou3 han6妒恨
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Definition
To be jealous of and hate someone.
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How it's used
Expresses a deep, bitter form of jealousy that goes beyond simple envy. It implies a sense of resentment that can turn into active dislike or malice toward someone else's good fortune. This term is more intense and literary than the common spoken term 妒忌.
Examples
Seeing others so successful, they feel very jealous and hateful inside.
Why do you need to be jealous and hateful just because others have money?
Related words
Common phrases
full of jealousy and hatred
Common mistake
Learners often use this in casual conversation where it sounds overly dramatic or formal. For everyday situations like being jealous of a friend's new toy or a colleague's promotion, use 妒忌 or 羨慕 instead.
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Grammar guides
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
