adjective HSK 4
Traditional 雜亂
messy · chaotic · disorderly · cluttered
Meaning
杂乱 describes a state of disorder, messiness, or confusion where things are mixed together without organization. It can refer to physical spaces that are cluttered and untidy, or to abstract situations that lack order or clarity.
Usage
杂乱 is commonly used to describe rooms, desks, or living spaces that are disorganized. It carries a slightly negative connotation and is often used when criticizing or acknowledging that something needs to be tidied up. Native speakers frequently pair it with nouns like 房间 (room), 桌子 (desk), or 思路 (train of thought).
Examples
- 01他的房间太杂乱了，到处都是衣服和书。, .His room is too messy; there are clothes and books everywhere.
- 02桌子上的文件摆放得很杂乱，我找不到那份报告。, .The documents on the desk are arranged so messily that I can't find that report.
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Common collocations
- 杂乱无章disorderly and unsystematic
- 房间很杂乱the room is very messy
- 思绪杂乱thoughts are jumbled
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 杂 (mixed/miscellaneous) and 乱 (chaotic/disordered), reinforcing the meaning of things being both mixed together and lacking proper arrangement.