Definition
心事重重 is a four-character idiom (成语) that literally means 'heart matters layer upon layer'. It describes a person who is visibly burdened by many worries or anxieties, often appearing distracted or troubled. You can use it to talk about someone who seems to have a lot on their mind, whether from work, relationships, or personal issues.
f.e.
to be weighed down with worriesto have a troubled mind
Examples
- 心事重重，。Tā zuìjìn zǒng shì xīn shì chóng, lián fàn dōu chī bú xià.He's been weighed down with worries lately, to the point that he can't even eat.
- 心事重重，。Kàn tā xīn shì chóng de yàngzi, yídìng yǒu shénme fánxīn shì.Judging from her troubled look, she must have something bothering her.
- 心事重重，。Bié zǒng shì xīn shì chóng de, shuō chūlái wǒmen bāng nǐ fēndān.Don't always be so weighed down with worries; tell us and we'll help you share the burden.
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