疲倦

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Understanding 疲倦

The word 疲倦 (pí juàn) describes a state of physical or mental tiredness, often after prolonged activity or stress. It is more formal and literary than simply saying (lèi), and it emphasizes a deeper, wearier feeling.

Usage and Nuance

疲倦 is commonly used to express fatigue that affects one’s energy and alertness. It can describe both physical exhaustion and mental weariness. For example, after a long day of work or study, one might say 疲倦 to convey feeling drained.

Common Collocations

  • 疲倦 (to feel tired): a frequent phrase to express experiencing fatigue.
  • 非常疲倦 (very tired): intensifies the feeling.
  • 精神疲倦 (mental fatigue): specifies tiredness of the mind.

Tips

Avoid confusing 疲倦 with . While both mean tired, 疲倦 often implies a more profound or lasting exhaustion. It is less casual and more descriptive, suitable for written or formal spoken contexts.

Summary

Use 疲倦 when you want to express a serious or deep tiredness, especially in formal or literary contexts. It helps convey not just physical tiredness but also mental weariness, making your expression more precise and nuanced.

Example Sentences

He worked all day and felt very tired.

Long hours of studying made me feel tired; I need to rest a bit.

Her voice sounds a bit tired; maybe she didn’t sleep well last night.