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紧张

jǐnzhāng

Description

考试以前,很多学生都很紧张。

Before exams, many students feel very 紧张.

这个词也可以说时间或者东西不够。

This word can also mean that there is not enough time or things.

Meanings

紧张jǐnzhāng

nervous; tense; anxious

第一次上台,我很紧张。

I was very nervous the first time I went on stage.

紧张jǐnzhāng

tight; in short supply (time, money)

这几天时间很紧张。

These days, time is very tight.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    紧 (tight) + 张 (stretch), literally 'tightly stretched'.

  • Nuance

    for emotions means 'nervous'; for resources means 'in short supply / tight'.

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