自虐 (zì nuè:) — to abuse oneself, to engage in self-harm or masochistic behavior
Definition
A verb for deliberately harming or punishing oneself, psychologically or physically — heavier than 自残 (self-harm) and distinct from everyday self-criticism. Often used clinically to describe a pattern of behavior, not a one-off act.
verb
to abuse oneselfto engage in self-harm or masochistic behavior
Examples
- 自虐，。Tā jīng cháng zì nuè:, ràng rén hěn dān xīn.He often self-harms, which worries people.
- 自虐。Zhè zhǒng zì nuè: de xíng wéi xū yào xīn lǐ zhì liáo.This kind of self-abusive behavior requires psychological treatment.
- 自虐，。zì nuè: Bù jǐn shāng hài shēn tǐ, yě yǐng xiǎng xīn lǐ jiàn kāng.Self-abuse not only harms the body but also affects mental health.
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