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Chinese

cuòzhé
Meaning: setback; frustration; to fail
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

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Example sentences

面對挫折時,我們應該保持樂觀的態度。
面对挫折时,我们应该保持乐观的态度。
When facing setbacks, we should maintain an optimistic attitude.
導師以懇切的語氣提醒我,遇到挫折時不要否定自己。
The mentor earnestly reminded me not to lose faith in myself when I encounter setbacks.
經歷挫折後,他重新奮發,終於實現理想。
After experiencing setbacks, he renewed his determination and finally achieved his ideal.
面對挫折,他仍然奮發圖強,終於考取理想的大學。
Facing setbacks, he kept striving to improve himself and eventually got into his ideal university.
遇到挫折感到沮喪,是人之常情。
It is human nature to feel depressed when encountering setbacks.

Usage Notes

Can refer to a defeat, a failure, or the feeling of frustration resulting from it.

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