Chinese

xīnsuān
Meaning: bitter; miserable; sad
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

他創業的辛酸歷程實非筆墨所能形容。
他创业的辛酸历程实非笔墨所能形容。
The hardships of his entrepreneurial journey are truly beyond description.
外人很難理解個中的辛酸。
Outsiders find it hard to understand the bitterness involved.

Usage Notes

Refers to the 'bitter and sour' feeling of hardships or sorrow. Often used for life experiences.

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