tung3 sam1 zat6 sau2痛心疾首
Jyutpingtung3 sam1 zat6 sau2
Yaletung sām jaht sáu
Definition
Deeply pained and resentful; filled with bitter grief or extreme hatred.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a heavy, formal weight and is typically reserved for serious moral failures or grave social issues. It describes a state of intense emotional pain combined with deep-seated resentment or indignation. You will rarely hear it used in casual, lighthearted conversation, as it implies a sense of profound disappointment or moral outrage.
Examples
Seeing society in such chaos is truly heartbreaking and infuriating.
How can one not be deeply distressed and resentful after what he did?
Related words
Common phrases
to make people deeply distressed and resentful
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for simple sadness, but it specifically includes an element of anger or resentment toward the person or situation causing the pain. It is not appropriate for minor inconveniences or personal losses that lack a moral or ethical dimension.
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