Chinese

shòukùn
Meaning: to be stranded; to be trapped; to be beset with difficulties
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

登山客因為大雨而受困在山中。
登山客因为大雨而受困在山中。
Hikers were stranded in the mountains because of the heavy rain.
官兵們齊心協力營救受困民眾。
The officers and soldiers worked together to rescue the trapped people.
救援隊正在全力營救受困的登山客。
The rescue team is putting all effort into rescuing the trapped hikers.

Usage Notes

Used when someone or something is unable to move or leave a difficult situation.

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