Chinese

chénmí
Meaning: to be addicted to; to be engrossed in
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他沉迷於網絡遊戲,連飯都忘了吃。
他沉迷于网络游戏,连饭都忘了吃。
He is addicted to online games and even forgets to eat.
沉迷於賭博可能會讓你傾家蕩產。
Addiction to gambling may cause you to lose everything you own.

Usage Notes

Describes a state of being deeply obsessed or lost in an activity, often with negative consequences.

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