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费神
fèishén
Description
"费神"的意思是花很多心思、很累。
"费神" means to spend a lot of effort and feel very tired.
我们也常常用它来请别人帮忙，是一种客气的说法。
We also often use it to politely ask others for help.
Meanings
费神fèishén
to take a lot of mental effort; be taxing
这件事很费神，我有点累。
This matter is troublesome; I'm a bit tired.
费神fèishén
to trouble someone (polite request)
这件事要费神你帮我看看。
If this matter is troublesome, please help me take a look.
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Notes
- Etymology
费 (to spend) + 神 (spirit/mind), literally "to spend one's mind."
- Nuance
as a request it is polite, similar to 麻烦你 or 劳驾.
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