懒得

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Usage of 懒得

懒得 is a colloquial expression used to indicate that someone is too lazy or unwilling to do something, often because they find it troublesome or not worth the effort. It conveys a sense of reluctance or lack of motivation.

Common Contexts

It is frequently used in everyday conversations when people want to express their unwillingness to perform an action, especially when the action seems tedious or unnecessary.

Typical Collocations

Nuances

Using 懒得 often implies a casual or informal tone. It can sometimes suggest a mild annoyance or disinterest. It is different from simply saying (don't want to) because 懒得 emphasizes the laziness or inconvenience aspect.

Common Confusion

Don't confuse 懒得 with 懒惰 (lǎnduò), which is a noun or adjective meaning 'lazy' as a personality trait. 懒得 is more about a temporary feeling or attitude toward a specific action.

Example Sentences

I can't be bothered to attend that meeting; I think it's pointless.

He was too lazy to explain and just hung up the phone.

I don't feel like cooking; I plan to order takeout.