soeng1 han4傷痕伤痕
Jyutpingsoeng1 han4
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Definition
Scar, bruise, or mark left after a physical or mental injury.
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How it's used
While 傷痕 is widely understood, it carries a slightly more literary or dramatic weight than the common term 疤痕. It is frequently used in metaphorical contexts to describe emotional trauma or the lingering effects of a difficult past experience. When referring strictly to a physical mark on the skin, native speakers will almost always prefer 疤痕.
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There is still a long scar on his hand.
This incident left quite a few emotional scars in his heart.
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Common mistake
Learners often use 傷痕 to describe a fresh wound, but it specifically refers to the mark left behind after healing. Use 傷口 for an active, unhealed injury.
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Grammar guides
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