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心痛
xīntòng
Description
心痛的意思是心里很难过、很伤心。
The meaning of "心痛" is feeling very sad and hurt inside.
看到别人受苦，我们常常会感到心痛。
When we see others suffering, we often feel 心痛.
Meanings
心痛xīntòng
to feel deep sadness or heartache
听到这个坏消息，我很心痛。
Hearing this bad news, I felt heartbroken.
心痛xīntòng
to feel pained by loss of money or things
花了这么多钱，他觉得很心痛。
After spending so much money, he felt very upset.
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Notes
- Etymology
心 (heart) + 痛 (pain), literally "heart pain," meaning emotional distress.
- Nuance
心疼 stresses tender pity for someone; 心痛 is broader sorrow or regret.
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