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可惜
kěxī
Description
我们用"可惜"来说一件事情让人觉得遗憾、不太开心。
We use "可惜" to say that something is regrettable or makes people feel unhappy.
比如错过了好机会，我们就会说"太可惜了"。
For example, if we miss a good opportunity, we say "太可惜了".
Meanings
可惜kěxī
it's a pity; unfortunately; regrettable
可惜今天下雨，我们不能出去玩。
It's a pity it's raining today; we can't go out to play.
可惜kěxī
to feel it is a waste; to regret
扔掉这些饭真可惜。
It's a shame to throw away this food.
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Notes
- Etymology
可 (worth) + 惜 (to cherish/pity), literally "worth pitying."
- Nuance
often used as an exclamation, e.g. 太可惜了 ("what a pity!").
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