妒忌心 (dù jì xīn) — jealousy, envy (as a trait)

Definition

Refers to jealousy as a personal character trait — the tendency to feel envious or resentful of others. Used in formal or written contexts; lighter than 嫉妒 (jídù) which names the feeling itself.

noun

jealousyenvy (as a trait)

Examples

妒忌心。
Tā de dù jì xīn tài zhòng le.
His jealousy is too strong.
妒忌心。
Zhè zhǒng dù jì xīn huì huǐ diào yǒu yì.
This kind of jealousy can destroy friendship.
妒忌心。
Wǒ wú fǎ rěn shòu tā de dù jì xīn.
I can't stand his jealousy.

Browse more HSK 7-9 words or search the full 43,000-word dictionary.