释然 (shì rán) — relieved; at ease (after a misunderstanding is resolved or a worry is lifted)
Definition
An emotional state of relief and inner peace after a worry, doubt, or grudge is resolved — like a weight lifted. Often used for letting go of past resentment rather than everyday stress.
verb
relievedat ease (after a misunderstanding is resolved or a worry is lifted)
Examples
- ，释然。Tīng wán tā de jiě shì, wǒ xīn lǐ zhōng yú gǎn dào shì rán le.After hearing his explanation, I finally felt relieved in my heart.
- ，释然。Wù huì xiāo chú hòu, liǎng rén dōu shì rán dì xiào le.After the misunderstanding was cleared up, both of them smiled with relief.
- ，释然。Fàng xià guò qù de ēn yuàn, tā fǎn ér jué de gèng jiā shì rán.After letting go of past grudges, he felt even more at ease.
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