When you really don't like something or someone, you can use 讨厌 (tǎo yàn). It's a strong word for disliking or hating. Think of it like saying "I detest" or "I can't stand." It shows a strong negative feeling towards something. You can use it for people, things, or even situations.
When using 讨厌 (tǎo yàn), you're expressing a strong dislike or even hatred for something or someone. It's more intense than just saying you don't like something; it implies an aversion or a feeling of being bothered by it.
For example, if you say “我讨厌下雨天” (Wǒ tǎoyàn xià yǔ tiān), you're not just saying you don't prefer rainy days, but that they actively annoy or bother you. It can also be used to describe a person, like “我讨厌他” (Wǒ tǎoyàn tā), meaning you dislike or even hate them. It’s a direct and unambiguous way to convey negative feelings.
Alright, let's talk about where you'll actually run into the word 讨厌 (tǎo yàn) in everyday Chinese conversations. It's not just a word for your textbook; it pops up pretty frequently when people express strong feelings, and you'll hear it in various contexts, from casual chats to more formal discussions like news reports.
Understanding these real-world applications will help you not only recognize 讨厌 (tǎo yàn) when you hear it but also use it appropriately yourself. Remember, while it means 'to dislike' or 'to hate,' the intensity can vary, so context is key. Let’s dive into some common scenarios.
§ At Work
In a work setting, people might use 讨厌 (tǎo yàn) to describe things they genuinely don't enjoy doing, or even aspects of their job that are frustrating. It's usually about tasks or situations, rather than directly about people, to maintain professionalism.
我讨厌开会。
- Translation Hint
- I dislike having meetings. (Or: I hate meetings.)
我讨厌加班。
- Translation Hint
- I hate working overtime.
§ At School
In a school environment, 讨厌 (tǎo yàn) is very common among students to talk about subjects, homework, or even certain rules. It's a straightforward way to express academic dislikes.
我讨厌数学。
- Translation Hint
- I hate math.
他讨厌写作业。
- Translation Hint
- He dislikes doing homework.
§ In the News and Media
While less common in very formal news reports, 讨厌 (tǎo yàn) can appear in articles, interviews, or social media discussions where public opinion or strong sentiments are being reported. It's used to convey a strong negative feeling towards certain events, policies, or even public figures.
很多人讨厌这种天气。
- Translation Hint
- Many people dislike this kind of weather.
公众普遍讨厌这种腐败行为。
- Translation Hint
- The public generally despises this kind of corrupt behavior.
§ General Conversations
Beyond specific contexts, 讨厌 (tǎo yàn) is a bread-and-butter word for expressing dislikes in everyday conversations about almost anything.
- It can be used for food:
我讨厌吃香菜。
- Translation Hint
- I hate eating cilantro.
- For people (used cautiously):
我讨厌他总是迟到。
- Translation Hint
- I dislike him always being late. (More about the behavior than the person.)
So, there you have it. 讨厌 (tǎo yàn) is a versatile word for expressing strong dislike or aversion in various aspects of daily life. Pay attention to the context, and you'll get a better feel for its exact shade of meaning.
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Write a short sentence saying you dislike apples.
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我讨厌苹果。
Write a sentence saying he dislikes going to school.
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他讨厌上学。
Write a sentence saying they dislike hot weather.
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他们讨厌热天气。
小猫不喜欢什么？
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小猫讨厌水。它不喜欢洗澡。
小猫不喜欢什么？
Passage states '小猫讨厌水。' (The kitten dislikes water.)
Passage states '小猫讨厌水。' (The kitten dislikes water.)
我讨厌什么？
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我不喜欢下雨。我讨厌湿衣服。
我讨厌什么？
Passage states '我讨厌湿衣服。' (I dislike wet clothes.)
Passage states '我讨厌湿衣服。' (I dislike wet clothes.)
她为什么讨厌数学？
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她讨厌数学。她觉得数学很难。
她为什么讨厌数学？
Passage states '她觉得数学很难。' (She thinks math is difficult.)
Passage states '她觉得数学很难。' (She thinks math is difficult.)
What food does the speaker dislike?
Who does 'she' dislike?
What kind of weather is being asked about?
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我讨厌等待。
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他讨厌早起。
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你讨厌什么运动？
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You just tried a new dish and didn't like it. Write a sentence expressing your dislike for it using '讨厌'.
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我讨厌这个菜。
Your friend always makes you wait. Write a sentence telling them you dislike waiting using '讨厌'.
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我讨厌等你。
Describe something you strongly dislike about the weather today.
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我讨厌今天下雨。
小明讨厌什么？
Read this passage:
小明不喜欢吃苹果。他说：“我讨厌苹果。” 但是他喜欢吃香蕉。他每天都吃一根香蕉。
小明讨厌什么？
小明说“我讨厌苹果。”，所以他讨厌苹果。
小明说“我讨厌苹果。”，所以他讨厌苹果。
我的朋友为什么讨厌看电影？
Read this passage:
我的朋友不喜欢看电影。她觉得看电影很无聊。她说：“我讨厌看电影。”
我的朋友为什么讨厌看电影？
文章中提到她觉得看电影很无聊，所以讨厌看电影。
文章中提到她觉得看电影很无聊，所以讨厌看电影。
小丽讨厌数学吗？
Read this passage:
老师问小丽：“你讨厌数学吗？” 小丽回答说：“不，我不讨厌数学。我只是觉得有点难。”
小丽讨厌数学吗？
小丽明确回答说“不，我不讨厌数学。”
小丽明确回答说“不，我不讨厌数学。”
The correct order is 'Subject + Adverb (很) + Verb (讨厌) + Object (噪音)'.
The correct order is 'Subject + Verb (讨厌) + Demonstrative + Noun (天气)'.
The correct order is 'Subject + Verb (讨厌) + Reflexive Pronoun + Verb Phrase (做饭)'.
The correct order is Subject (他) + Verb (讨厌) + Object (这种虚伪的态度).
The correct order is Subject (她) + Adverb (最) + Verb (讨厌) + Object (别人不守信用).
The correct order is Subject (我) + Adverb (特别) + Verb (讨厌) + Prepositional phrase (在公共场合) + Action (大声喧哗).
她总是抱怨，真让人___。
Context suggests a negative feeling towards someone who complains a lot. '讨厌' (to dislike, to hate) fits best.
这种天气真是太___了，我宁愿待在家里。
The speaker prefers to stay home, indicating a strong negative feeling towards the weather. '讨厌' (to dislike, to hate) expresses this aversion.
他总是说些___的话，一点都不考虑别人的感受。
Someone who doesn't consider others' feelings would say things that are unpleasant or '讨厌' (dislikable/hateful).
这种行为让人觉得非常___，应该受到谴责。
Behavior that should be condemned is likely '讨厌' (dislikable/hateful).
我真___那些不守信用的人。
A person who doesn't keep their promises would evoke a strong negative emotion. '讨厌' (to dislike, to hate) is the appropriate choice.
他那副高高在上的样子真让人___。
An arrogant demeanor ('高高在上的样子') typically elicits a negative reaction, making '讨厌' (to dislike, to hate) the fitting word.
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我讨厌下雨天。
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