zau3僽
Jyutpingzau3
Yalejau
Definition
To be vexed or worried.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
Describes a specific state of being visibly troubled, vexed, or distressed, often manifesting in one's facial expression or general demeanor. It carries a sense of being bothered by something nagging or persistent rather than just a fleeting moment of sadness. It is frequently used to describe someone who looks like they have a lot on their mind.
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Common mistake
Often confused with 愁, which refers more generally to being sorrowful or melancholy. 僽 specifically implies a more agitated or vexed quality, whereas 愁 is a deeper, more internal feeling of sadness.
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Grammar guides
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