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严重
yánzhòng
Description
这个词用来说事情很不好、很危险，问题很大。
This word is used to say that something is very bad, very dangerous, or a big problem.
我们常说"问题很严重"或者"病得很严重"。
We often say '问题很严重' (the problem is serious) or '病得很严重' (the illness is very serious).
Meanings
严重yánzhòng
serious; grave; severe
这个问题很严重，我们要马上解决。
This problem is serious; we must solve it immediately.
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Notes
- Etymology
严 (strict/severe) + 重 (heavy), combining to mean a heavy, grave situation.
- Nuance
describes bad situations or conditions; not used for 'important' in a positive sense.
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