Definition
怀恨 is a verb-object compound (离合词) meaning 'to harbor resentment or hatred'. The object 恨 can be separated from the verb 怀 when inserting aspect markers or modifiers — for example, 怀了恨 ('harbored resentment') or 怀着一股恨 ('harbor a grudge'). It is a relatively formal word, often used in literary or narrative contexts.
v.o.
to harbor resentment or hatred (in one's heart)
Examples
- 怀恨。Tā yīn wèi zhè jiàn shì yìzhí duì wǒ huái hèn.He has always harbored resentment towards me because of this matter.
- ，。Tā duì wǒ huái le hěn shēn de hèn, yìzhí bù kěn yuánliàng wǒ.He harbored deep hatred towards me and never forgave me.
- 怀恨，。Tā huái hèn zài xīn, děngdài bàofù de jīhuì.She harbored resentment in her heart, waiting for a chance to take revenge.
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