Meaning
憎恨 expresses intense dislike or hatred toward someone or something. It conveys a stronger emotional reaction than simple dislike (不喜欢), representing deep-seated animosity or resentment. This word is commonly used in both spoken and written language when describing strong negative feelings.
Usage
憎恨 is a formal, emotionally intense word typically used in serious contexts. It often appears in literature, news reports, or when discussing historical grievances. In casual conversation, speakers might use 恨 alone or 讨厌 for milder negative feelings. The verb can take both people and abstract concepts as objects.
Examples
- 01他因为被背叛而憎恨那个曾经的朋友。.He hates that former friend because of the betrayal.
- 02人民憎恨一切形式的压迫和不公正。.The people hate all forms of oppression and injustice.
Characters
Common collocations
- 憎恨战争to hate war
- 深深憎恨to deeply hate
- 充满憎恨filled with hatred
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters contain the heart radical (心/忄), emphasizing the emotional nature of hatred. 憎 combines the heart radical with 曾 (once, already), while 恨 combines heart with 艮 (stubborn). Together they form a compound that intensifies the meaning of hatred.