受挫

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Meaning and Usage

The term '受挫' (shòucuò) means to experience setbacks or frustrations, often in the context of plans, efforts, or ambitions being obstructed or failing. It is commonly used to describe emotional or practical difficulties when things do not go as expected.

Common Contexts

'受挫' is frequently used in personal, academic, or professional contexts to express encountering obstacles or failures. For example, someone might say they '受挫' in their career or studies.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 受挫 (feeling of frustration): emphasizes the emotional impact.
  • 遭受挫折 (to suffer setbacks): formal expression often used in writing.
  • 受挫 (after experiencing setbacks): used to describe subsequent actions or feelings.

Usage Notes

When using '受挫', the focus is on the experience of being hindered or frustrated rather than the cause. It often implies a temporary difficulty rather than permanent failure. Avoid confusing it with '失败' (failure), which is more absolute. '受挫' can be followed by expressions of emotional response or actions taken afterward.

Tone and Register

The term is neutral and suitable for both spoken and written Chinese, including formal contexts such as news reports or academic discussions.

Example Sentences

He encountered many setbacks during his startup process but never gave up.

Failing the exam made her feel frustrated, but she decided to keep trying.

When facing setbacks, we should adjust our mindset and look for solutions.