Meaning
悲伤 describes a feeling of deep sadness or sorrow, often related to loss, disappointment, or painful experiences. It's more intense than just being unhappy and conveys genuine emotional pain. The word can function as both an adjective (to be sad) and a noun (sadness/grief).
Usage
悲伤 is commonly used in both written and spoken Mandarin, though it's slightly more formal than casual expressions like 难过. It often appears in literary contexts, songs, and when discussing serious emotional topics. Native speakers frequently use it to describe reactions to loss, heartbreak, or tragic events.
Examples
- 01听到这个消息，她感到非常悲伤。, .Upon hearing this news, she felt very sad.
- 02他脸上露出了悲伤的表情。.A sad expression appeared on his face.
Characters
Common collocations
- 感到悲伤to feel sad
- 悲伤的故事a sad story
- 悲伤的心情sad mood/feelings
- 充满悲伤full of sadness
Antonyms
Origin
The character 悲 combines the heart radical with a phonetic component, indicating emotional pain. 伤 originally meant physical injury but extended to emotional hurt. Together, they form a compound meaning emotional wounding or heartache.