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情愿
qíngyuàn
Description
“情愿”的意思是心里愿意做某件事，常常表示宁可选择这样，也不要那样。
The meaning of "情愿" is being willing to do something, often indicating a preference for this over that.
它常和“宁可”一起用，语气比较正式。
It is often used together with "宁可" and has a more formal tone.
Meanings
情愿qíngyuàn
to be willing; to prefer (would rather)
我情愿走路，也不想坐车。
I would rather walk than take the bus.
情愿qíngyuàn
willingly; of one's own accord
这是他情愿做的事。
This is something he is willing to do.
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Notes
- Etymology
情 (feeling) + 愿 (wish), literally 'heart's wish' — to be willing.
- Nuance
often paired with 宁可/也 to express a reluctant but deliberate choice.
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