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受罪

shòu zuì
HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

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Definitions

  1. 1. to endure
  2. 2. to suffer
  3. 3. hardships
  4. 4. torments
  5. 5. a hard time
  6. 6. a nuisance

Usage notes

Common mistakes

受罪 is often used for intangible hardships (e.g., emotional torment), not physical injuries; use 受伤 for physical wounds.

Formality

Mostly informal; avoid in formal writing where 遭受痛苦 is more appropriate.

Example Sentences

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一个人在家里 受罪 ,不如跟朋友出去走走。
It's better to go out with friends than to suffer at home alone.

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