sam1 beng6心病
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Definition
An unresolved worry, mental struggle, or knot in one's heart; sometimes refers to a mental illness.
- an unresolved worry, anxiety, or hidden conflict weighing on one's mind
- a mental illness or psychological disorder
colloquialemotionhealth
How it's used
Refers specifically to an internal, unresolved emotional burden or a lingering worry that weighs on someone's conscience. Unlike the clinical term for mental illness, it is most frequently used to describe a personal knot or a secret anxiety that prevents someone from feeling at peace. It implies that the source of the distress is psychological rather than physical.
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He seems to have something on his mind lately, he's always unhappy.
Is there something bothering you? You'll feel better if you talk about it.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with physical heart disease, which is typically referred to as 心臟病. Using 心病 to describe a literal medical condition of the heart will cause confusion.
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