Meaning
慰藉 refers to comfort or consolation given to someone who is sad, troubled, or suffering. It describes the emotional support or soothing that helps ease mental or spiritual pain. The word carries a somewhat literary or formal tone and is often used in written contexts or thoughtful speech.
Usage
This word is more formal and literary compared to everyday words like 安慰 (ānwèi). It's commonly used in literature, essays, and reflective writing to describe sources of comfort during difficult times. Native speakers often use it to describe what brings emotional relief, such as music, nature, or companionship.
Examples
- 01音乐是她在孤独时的最大慰藉。.Music is her greatest comfort when she feels lonely.
- 02他从朋友的关心中得到了一些慰藉。.He obtained some consolation from his friends' care.
Characters
Common collocations
- 精神慰藉spiritual comfort
- 寻求慰藉to seek comfort
- 得到慰藉to obtain comfort
- 心灵的慰藉comfort for the soul
Antonyms
Origin
The character 慰 contains the heart radical 心, indicating emotional comfort. 藉 originally meant 'cushion' or 'mat,' something to rest upon. Together they convey the sense of emotional support one can 'rest upon' during hardship.