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孤独
gūdú
Description
孤独的意思是一个人，没有朋友或家人在身边。
The meaning of "孤独" is being alone, without friends or family around.
这个词常用来说心里的感觉，比如一个人生活会觉得很孤独。
This word is often used to describe a feeling inside, for example, living alone can feel very "孤独".
Meanings
孤独gūdú
lonely; feeling alone
一个人在外地，他常常觉得很孤独。
A person living away from home often feels lonely.
孤独gūdú
solitary; being alone
那只老猫过着孤独的生活。
That old cat leads a solitary life.
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Notes
- Etymology
孤 means orphaned/alone, 独 means single/solitary; together they intensify the sense of aloneness.
- Nuance
孤独 emphasizes inner loneliness, while 孤单 often describes simply being physically alone.
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