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困厄

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When you encounter unexpected difficulties or unfortunate circumstances, you can describe these situations as 困厄 (kùn'è). This term refers to a state of distress, adversity, or a predicament that causes significant trouble or suffering.

For instance, if someone is struggling with financial problems or facing a serious challenge, they are experiencing 困厄. It conveys a sense of being caught in a difficult and often prolonged period of hardship. Understanding 困厄 helps you talk about tough times and predicaments in Chinese.

困厄 in 30 Sekunden

  • distress
  • adversity
  • predicament

§ What does 困厄 mean and when do people use it?

Definition
Distress; adversity; predicament.

Alright, let's break down 困厄 (kùn'è). This is a formal and often literary term. It's not something you'd typically use in casual conversation with friends, like asking, "Hey, what's your 困厄 today?" No, that's not how it works.

Think of 困厄 as a more profound and serious kind of trouble or difficulty. It describes a situation where someone is facing significant hardship, suffering, or a very difficult position. It carries a sense of being trapped or burdened by unfortunate circumstances. When you encounter 困厄, it often implies a long-term struggle or a state of being in a tough spot, rather than a fleeting inconvenience.

People use 困厄 when discussing situations like:

  • Serious financial difficulties that lead to distress.
  • Health problems that cause ongoing suffering.
  • Political or social unrest that creates a difficult environment for people.
  • Personal predicaments that bring deep emotional or mental distress.
  • Historical periods of great hardship or famine.

Let's look at some examples to get a better feel for it:

他在年轻时经历了许多困厄

Translation hint: He experienced much distress/adversity in his youth.

战争给人们带来了无尽的困厄

Translation hint: War brought endless suffering/predicament to people.

面对生活中的困厄,我们应该保持乐观。

Translation hint: Faced with the adversities in life, we should remain optimistic.

Notice how in all these examples, 困厄 is used to describe serious, challenging situations. It's not for minor annoyances. It's for when things are genuinely tough. When you use 困厄, you're conveying a deeper level of difficulty and suffering.

It often appears in written contexts like news articles, literature, speeches, or formal discussions about societal issues or historical events. If you're reading a story about a character who has gone through a lot, or an essay discussing the struggles of a community, you might see 困厄 pop up.

Think of it as a strong, impactful word. When you choose to use 困厄, you're making a statement about the severity of the situation. It's a word that evokes sympathy and understanding for someone's difficult circumstances.

§ Understanding '困厄'

Alright, let's get straight to it. You've learned that 困厄 (kùn'è) means 'distress,' 'adversity,' or 'predicament.' Now, how do you actually use this word in a Chinese sentence? It's not as tricky as some other Chinese vocabulary, but there are a few things to keep in mind to sound natural.

Word Type
困厄 is primarily a noun. This means it functions like 'trouble' or 'difficulty' in English.

Because it's a noun, you'll often see it as the object of a verb or in a more descriptive phrase. It's not a verb itself, so you can't '困厄' something directly.

§ Common Sentence Structures with '困厄'

Here are the most common ways to use 困厄 in a sentence. Pay attention to the verbs and prepositions that typically go with it.

  • Experiencing/Facing '困厄'

    You'll often hear people talk about 'experiencing' or 'facing' distress. The verbs 经历 (jīnglì - to experience) and 面对 (miànduì - to face) are perfect here.

    他在生意上经历了很大的困厄

    Translation Hint
    He experienced great adversity in his business.

    我们必须勇敢地面对生活中的困厄

    Translation Hint
    We must bravely face the predicaments in life.
  • Falling into '困厄'

    When someone gets into a difficult situation, you can use the verb 陷入 (xiànrù - to fall into; to be plunged into).

    公司因为经济危机陷入困厄

    Translation Hint
    The company fell into distress due to the economic crisis.
  • Describing '困厄'

    You can also use adjectives to describe the nature or extent of the '困厄.' Think about words like 巨大 (jùdà - enormous), 严重 (yánzhòng - serious), or 各种 (gèzhǒng - various kinds of).

    他们克服了各种生活上的困厄

    Translation Hint
    They overcame various life adversities.
  • With prepositions

    When talking about 'in' or 'amidst' distress, you can use 在...中 (zài... zhōng).

    即使在困厄中,他也没有放弃希望。

    Translation Hint
    Even amidst distress, he did not give up hope.

§ Practice Makes Perfect

The best way to master 困厄 is to use it. Try writing a few sentences of your own using the structures we've covered. Don't be afraid to make mistakes; that's how you learn. Focus on getting the word order right and using the appropriate verbs. Good luck!

Aussprachehilfe

UK /kwʊn.ˈɤ/
US /kwʊn.ˈɤ/
kùn'è has even stress on both syllables.
Reimt sich auf
Similar 'kùn' sound: 困难 (kùnnán - difficulty), 困惑 (kùnhuò - perplexed). Similar 'è' sound: 恶劣 (èliè - vile), 厄运 (èyùn - misfortune).
Häufige Fehler
  • Many learners mistakenly pronounce the 'e' in 'è' with an 'eh' sound like in 'bed'. However, it's closer to the 'uh' sound in 'the' or a schwa sound.
  • Ensure the tone of 'kùn' (4th tone, falling) is distinct from the tone of 'è' (4th tone, falling). Both are falling tones, but practice to make them sound natural and not hurried.

Wichtige Grammatik

Use as a direct object after verbs that express experiencing or encountering, such as 遭受 (zāoshòu) 'to suffer' or 经历 (jīnglì) 'to experience'.

他遭受了多年的困厄。 (Tā zāoshòu le duōnián de kùn'è.) He suffered many years of distress.

Can be modified by adjectives to describe the nature or extent of the distress. For example, 巨大的困厄 (jùdà de kùn'è) 'great distress' or 经济困厄 (jīngjì kùn'è) 'economic hardship'.

经济困厄使他们生活艰难。 (Jīngjì kùn'è shǐ tāmen shēnghuó jiānnán.) Economic hardship made their life difficult.

Can appear in more formal or literary contexts, often in written Chinese rather than casual spoken conversation.

面对困厄,他选择了坚强。 (Miànduì kùn'è, tā xuǎnzé le jiānqiáng.) Facing adversity, he chose to be strong.

Can be used with prepositions like 在…之中 (zài… zhīzhōng) 'in the midst of' to describe a state of being.

她在困厄之中依然保持乐观。 (Tā zài kùn'è zhīzhōng yīrán bǎochí lèguān.) She remained optimistic in the midst of adversity.

Can be used as a subject in sentences that describe the impact or presence of distress.

困厄磨练了他的意志。 (Kùn'è móliàn le tā de yìzhì.) Adversity tempered his will.

Beispiele nach Niveau

1

他现在很困厄。

He is in distress now.

2

她遇到了困厄。

She encountered adversity.

3

我们一起面对困厄。

We face difficulties together.

4

这个困厄很大。

This predicament is big.

5

他们摆脱了困厄。

They got out of trouble.

6

生活中有困厄。

There are difficulties in life.

7

他经历了很多困厄。

He experienced many hardships.

8

不要害怕困厄。

Don't be afraid of adversity.

1

他处于困厄之中。

He is in distress.

2

我们一起度过困厄。

We get through adversity together.

3

面对困厄,她很坚强。

Facing predicament, she is very strong.

4

这本书讲述了困厄的故事。

This book tells a story of distress.

5

在困厄时,朋友帮助了我。

During adversity, my friend helped me.

6

困厄让他成长。

Predicament made him grow.

7

他们克服了困厄。

They overcame the distress.

8

生活中的困厄很多。

There are many adversities in life.

1

他在困厄中展现了坚韧不拔的精神。

He showed a resilient spirit in distress.

2

面对困厄,我们不能退缩。

Facing adversity, we cannot shrink back.

3

这次经济困厄给许多家庭带来了困难。

This economic predicament brought difficulties to many families.

4

他们一起克服了生活中的困厄。

They overcame life's adversities together.

5

在困厄时期,朋友的支持尤为重要。

During times of distress, the support of friends is especially important.

6

他将困厄转化为前进的动力。

He transformed adversity into motivation to move forward.

7

我们应该帮助那些身处困厄的人。

We should help those who are in predicament.

8

历史上的许多英雄人物都经历过困厄。

Many historical heroes have experienced adversity.

1

面对困厄,我们更应坚定信念,勇往直前。

Facing distress, we should be more firm in our beliefs and forge ahead bravely.

更应 (gèng yīng) means 'should even more'.

2

他在困厄中展现出了惊人的毅力。

He showed astonishing perseverance in adversity.

惊人 (jīngrén) means 'astonishing'.

3

人生的困厄常常是成长的催化剂。

Life's adversities are often catalysts for growth.

催化剂 (cuīhuàjì) means 'catalyst'.

4

尽管身处困厄,她依然保持乐观。

Despite being in a predicament, she still remained optimistic.

尽管 (jǐnguǎn) means 'despite'.

5

这部电影描绘了主人公在困厄中挣扎求生的故事。

This movie depicts the story of the protagonist struggling to survive in distress.

挣扎 (zhēngzhá) means 'to struggle'.

6

克服困厄是实现梦想的必经之路。

Overcoming adversity is a necessary path to achieving dreams.

必经之路 (bìjīng zhī lù) means 'a necessary path'.

7

他们携手度过了许多困厄的岁月。

They hand in hand went through many years of adversity.

携手 (xiéshǒu) means 'hand in hand'.

8

智者总能从困厄中汲取教训。

Wise people can always draw lessons from predicaments.

汲取 (jíqǔ) means 'to draw; to absorb'.

Häufige Kollokationen

摆脱困厄 get out of a predicament
身处困厄 be in distress
面临困厄 face adversity
生活困厄 hardship in life
解除困厄 relieve distress
困厄处境 distressed situation
脱离困厄 escape from adversity
陷入困厄 fall into a predicament
遭受困厄 suffer adversity
度过困厄 tide over a difficult period

Häufige Phrasen

他身处困厄,但从未放弃希望。

He was in distress, but he never gave up hope.

我们必须共同努力,摆脱困厄。

We must work together to get out of this predicament.

面对生活困厄,他选择了坚强。

Facing hardship in life, he chose to be strong.

这本书讲述了一个人在困厄中成长的故事。

This book tells the story of a person growing up in adversity.

我们希望能解除他们的困厄。

We hope to relieve their distress.

她帮助许多人走出了困厄。

She helped many people get out of their predicaments.

即使在困厄中,也要保持乐观。

Even in adversity, stay optimistic.

这个国家正面临严重的经济困厄。

This country is facing severe economic distress.

他们试图在困厄中找到新的机遇。

They tried to find new opportunities in adversity.

他凭借智慧和勇气度过了重重困厄。

He overcame many difficulties with wisdom and courage.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"在困厄中"

In distress / in adversity

他在困厄中展现了坚韧不拔的精神。 (He showed an unyielding spirit in adversity.)

neutral

"摆脱困厄"

To escape from a predicament / to get out of trouble

我们必须想办法摆脱当前的困厄。 (We must find a way to get out of our current predicament.)

neutral

"深陷困厄"

Deep in distress / deeply trapped in a predicament

他因为生意失败而深陷困厄。 (He was deeply distressed due to his business failure.)

neutral

"经历困厄"

To experience distress / to go through adversity

这次经历让他明白了什么是真正的困厄。 (This experience made him understand what true adversity is.)

neutral

"困厄缠身"

Troubled by adversity / beset by difficulties

多年来,他一直困厄缠身。 (For many years, he has been troubled by adversity.)

neutral

"化解困厄"

To resolve a predicament / to overcome difficulties

我们需要智慧来化解这次的困厄。 (We need wisdom to resolve this predicament.)

neutral

"面对困厄"

To face distress / to confront adversity

勇敢地面对困厄是成长的必经之路。 (Braving adversity is a necessary path to growth.)

neutral

"走出困厄"

To emerge from a predicament / to get through hard times

我相信他们最终会走出困厄。 (I believe they will eventually get through their hard times.)

neutral

"困厄重重"

Full of difficulties / numerous predicaments

前方的道路困厄重重,但我们不能放弃。 (The road ahead is full of difficulties, but we cannot give up.)

neutral

"身处困厄"

To be in distress / to be in a predicament

即使身处困厄,他依然保持乐观。 (Even in distress, he remained optimistic.)

neutral

Wortfamilie

Substantive

困境 (kùnjìng) predicament, dilemma
逆境 (nìjìng) adversity, difficult situation
苦难 (kǔnàn) suffering, misery

Adjektive

困苦 (kùnkǔ) destitute, hard-pressed

Häufig gestellte Fragen

10 Fragen

You can use 困厄 to describe a difficult situation or state of distress. For example:

他一生经历了很多困厄。(He experienced many distresses in his life.)
困厄中,她依然保持着乐观。(She remained optimistic even in adversity.)

While both refer to difficulties, 困难 (kùnnan) is a more general term for 'difficulty' or 'problem.' 困厄 (kùn'è) is stronger, implying a state of severe distress, adversity, or a predicament. Think of 困难 as a hurdle, and 困厄 as being truly stuck or suffering.

Yes, some synonyms include 困境 (kùnjìng - predicament, difficult situation) and 逆境 (nìjìng - adversity, difficult circumstances). While similar, 困厄 often emphasizes the feeling of being trapped or suffering from these situations.

Absolutely. 困厄 can certainly describe financial distress or hardship. For example:

经济困厄让他夜不能寐。(Economic distress kept him awake at night.)

It's not as common as everyday words like 困难 (kùnnan). 困厄 is a bit more formal and carries a stronger emotional weight. You'll likely encounter it more in literature, news, or more serious discussions about life's challenges rather than casual chat.

Break it down: (kùn) means 'trapped' or 'distressed,' and (è) means 'calamity' or 'misfortune.' So, 'trapped in misfortune' can help you remember 'distress' or 'adversity.' Visualizing someone in a tight, difficult spot can also help.

It almost always has a negative connotation. It describes suffering, difficulty, and unfortunate circumstances. You wouldn't use it to describe something positive.

No, you don't use 困厄 to describe a person directly. Instead, a person experiences 困厄. You could say '他生活在困厄中' (He lives in distress) or '他经历了许多困厄' (He experienced many adversities).

While not a super common idiom, you might hear phrases like '饱经困厄' (bǎo jīng kùn'è), which means 'to have experienced many hardships/distresses' or 'to have suffered a lot.'

他是一位饱经困厄的老人。(He is an old man who has experienced much hardship.)

困厄 is generally considered CEFR B2. This is because it's a more nuanced and formal term than basic words for 'difficulty.' Learners at the B2 level are expected to understand and use a wider range of vocabulary for abstract topics and emotional states, which fits 困厄's meaning of distress and adversity.

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listening A1

The speaker is feeling down.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 我很难过。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening A1

The speaker is talking about someone's mood.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 他不开心。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening A1

The speaker is expressing a physical state.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 我有点累。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

你好吗?

Focus: hao

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

谢谢你。

Focus: xie

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

再见。

Focus: zai

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
writing A1

Write a short sentence about feeling sad.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

我今天不开心。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
writing A1

Write a simple sentence about a small problem you have.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

我有一个小问题。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
writing A1

Write a sentence describing someone who is not happy.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

她不高兴。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
reading A1

小明为什么难过?

Read this passage:

小明有一只猫。猫很可爱。但是,猫现在生病了。小明有点难过。

小明为什么难过?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 他的猫生病了。

文章中说“猫现在生病了。小明有点难过。”

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 他的猫生病了。

文章中说“猫现在生病了。小明有点难过。”

reading A1

我为什么着急?

Read this passage:

这是我的书。书很好看。可是,书现在找不到了。我有点着急。

我为什么着急?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 书找不到了。

文章中说“可是,书现在找不到了。我有点着急。”

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 书找不到了。

文章中说“可是,书现在找不到了。我有点着急。”

reading A1

我为什么不舒服?

Read this passage:

今天下雨了。我没有带伞。我的衣服湿了。我有点不舒服。

我为什么不舒服?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 我的衣服湿了。

文章中说“我的衣服湿了。我有点不舒服。”

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 我的衣服湿了。

文章中说“我的衣服湿了。我有点不舒服。”

sentence order A1

Tippe auf die Wörter unten, um den Satz zu bilden
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 我是学生

This sentence means 'I am a student.' The correct order is Subject-Verb-Object.

sentence order A1

Tippe auf die Wörter unten, um den Satz zu bilden
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 你好吗

This sentence means 'How are you?' It's a common greeting.

sentence order A1

Tippe auf die Wörter unten, um den Satz zu bilden
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 我们吃饭

This sentence means 'We eat food.' The subject '我们' (we) comes first.

multiple choice A2

她遇到了很多___,但是她没有放弃。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The sentence describes someone facing difficulties but not giving up, so '困厄' (distress/adversity) fits best. '高兴' means happy, '成功' means success, and '朋友' means friend.

multiple choice A2

在这次旅行中,我们遇到了很多___。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 麻烦

The sentence implies encountering difficulties during a trip. '麻烦' (trouble) is a good fit here. While '困厄' is the target word, '麻烦' is a more common A2 level word for general difficulties.

multiple choice A2

他现在处于___之中,需要帮助。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困境

The sentence indicates someone is in a difficult situation and needs help. '困境' (predicament/dilemma) is a good A2 level equivalent for '困厄' in this context. '幸福' means happy, '顺利' means smooth, and '快乐' means joyful.

true false A2

一个人遇到困厄时,应该寻求帮助。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Richtig

It's generally true that seeking help is beneficial when facing difficulties.

true false A2

生活中的困厄总是可以避免的。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Falsch

It's not always possible to avoid difficulties in life; they are a natural part of human experience.

true false A2

面对困厄时,保持积极的态度很重要。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Richtig

Maintaining a positive attitude can help in overcoming difficulties.

listening A2

He encountered great distress.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 他遇到了很大的困厄。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening A2

The adversities in life made him stronger.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 生活中的困厄让他更坚强。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening A2

We should help those in predicament.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 我们应该帮助那些身处困厄的人。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

我遇到了一个困厄。

Focus: 困厄 (kùn'è)

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

他正在经历困厄。

Focus: 正在经历 (zhèngzài jīnglì)

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

不要害怕困厄。

Focus: 不要害怕 (bùyào hàipà)

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
multiple choice B1

Choose the best word to complete the sentence: 他在生活中遇到了很多___。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄 (kùn'è)

The sentence means 'He encountered many difficulties in life.' '困厄' (kùn'è) means distress or adversity, which fits the context.

multiple choice B1

Which of the following describes a situation of '困厄' (kùn'è)?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 一个人失业了,家里又生了重病 (A person lost their job, and someone in their family became seriously ill).

'困厄' (kùn'è) refers to distress or adversity, and losing a job while having a sick family member is a clear example of such a situation.

multiple choice B1

面对___,我们应该保持乐观。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄 (kùn'è)

The sentence means 'Facing ___, we should remain optimistic.' '困厄' (kùn'è) means distress or adversity, which makes sense to face with optimism.

true false B1

遇到'困厄' (kùn'è)时,通常会让人感到开心和放松。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Falsch

'困厄' (kùn'è) means distress or adversity, which usually makes people feel sad or stressed, not happy and relaxed.

true false B1

努力工作可以帮助我们克服生活中的'困厄' (kùn'è)。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Richtig

Working hard can often help overcome difficulties and adversities ('困厄'), so this statement is true.

true false B1

'困厄' (kùn'è) 和 '好消息' (hǎo xiāoxi) 的意思相似。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Falsch

'困厄' (kùn'è) means distress or adversity, while '好消息' (hǎo xiāoxi) means good news. Their meanings are opposite.

sentence order B1

Tippe auf die Wörter unten, um den Satz zu bilden
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 他 在 困厄 中 学习

This sentence means 'He learned in adversity.' The structure is Subject + Prepositional Phrase (在 困厄 中) + Verb.

sentence order B1

Tippe auf die Wörter unten, um den Satz zu bilden
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 面对 困厄 , 我们 要 坚强

This sentence means 'Facing adversity, we need to be strong.' '面对' means 'to face' and introduces the situation.

sentence order B1

Tippe auf die Wörter unten, um den Satz zu bilden
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 生活 有时 充满 困厄

This sentence means 'Life is sometimes full of adversity.' '充满' means 'to be full of'.

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面对生活的___,他始终保持乐观。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The sentence talks about facing difficulties in life while staying optimistic. '困厄' (distress/adversity) fits this context perfectly. The other options are positive or neutral.

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国家正经历经济___,许多人失业。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The sentence describes a situation where the country is experiencing economic hardship, leading to unemployment. '困厄' (predicament/distress) accurately reflects this negative economic situation. '繁荣', '发展', and '进步' are positive terms.

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她在___中成长,变得更加坚强。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The sentence implies that difficulties made her stronger. '困厄' (adversity) is the appropriate word here. '顺境' (favorable circumstances), '舒适' (comfortable), and '安逸' (easy/comfortable) are the opposite.

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即使身处___,他也没有放弃希望。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The sentence suggests a challenging situation where one might lose hope. '困厄' (distress/predicament) fits this context. '成功', '胜利', and '喜悦' are positive outcomes.

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这部小说讲述了一个人在___中挣扎求生的故事。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The sentence describes a story about struggling for survival, which indicates a difficult situation. '困厄' (adversity/predicament) is the best choice. '欢乐', '平静', and '和谐' convey positive or neutral states.

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面对前所未有的___,整个团队需要团结一心。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The sentence talks about an unprecedented situation that requires teamwork, suggesting a difficult challenge. '困厄' (distress/adversity) is the most fitting word. '机遇' (opportunity), '财富' (wealth), and '赞扬' (praise) do not fit the context of needing to unite to overcome something negative.

listening B2

The sentence is about someone facing difficulties.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 面对困厄,他从不低头。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening B2

This sentence describes the result of experiencing hardship.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 经历困厄后,他们变得更加坚强。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening B2

The sentence discusses the potential positive outcome of life's difficulties.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 生活中的困厄有时能让人成长。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

如何在困厄中保持乐观?

Focus: kùn'è

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

她勇敢地面对生活中的困厄。

Focus: yǒnggǎn, kùn'è

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

这次经历让他明白了困厄的真正含义。

Focus: zhēnzhèng, hányì

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
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面对生活的___,他始终保持乐观。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

Contextually, '面对生活的___' implies facing difficulties. '困厄' (distress/adversity) fits best, as '愉快' (pleasant), '顺利' (smooth), and '幸福' (happy) are not challenges.

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在这次经济___中,许多企业面临倒闭的风险。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The sentence describes a negative economic situation where businesses are at risk of failure, so '困厄' (predicament/adversity) is the appropriate choice. '发展' (development), '繁荣' (prosperity), and '增长' (growth) suggest positive situations.

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她经历了许多___,才最终取得了成功。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The phrase '才最终取得了成功' (only then achieved success) indicates that prior experiences were challenging. '困厄' (adversity) aligns with this meaning, unlike '机遇' (opportunity), '帮助' (help), or '运气' (luck).

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即便身处___,他也没有放弃希望。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The phrase '没有放弃希望' (did not give up hope) suggests a difficult situation. '困厄' (distress/adversity) is the correct word here, while '安逸' (leisurely), '富裕' (affluent), and '舒适' (comfortable) imply pleasant conditions.

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历史上的许多英雄人物都曾遭遇过___。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

Heroes often overcome challenges. '困厄' (adversity) fits the context of what heroes typically face. '顺境' (favorable circumstances), '好事' (good things), and '轻松' (easy) are not challenges.

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摆脱当前的___需要我们共同努力。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

'摆脱' (to get rid of/break away from) implies overcoming a negative situation. '困厄' (predicament) is the appropriate word. '进步' (progress), '成就' (achievement), and '发展' (development) are positive outcomes.

multiple choice C1

Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence: 他在生活中遭遇了许多___,但从未放弃。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

The sentence describes facing difficulties and not giving up, so '困厄' (distress; adversity) is the most fitting choice.

multiple choice C1

哪个词语与'困厄'的意思最接近?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 逆境

'困厄' refers to difficult situations, and '逆境' (adversity) is its closest synonym among the options.

multiple choice C1

Which of the following situations best describes '困厄'?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: A sudden financial crisis.

'困厄' describes a difficult or distressing situation, like a financial crisis.

true false C1

面对困厄,人们通常感到轻松和愉快。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Falsch

Facing '困厄' (distress; adversity) typically evokes feelings of difficulty and unhappiness, not ease or joy.

true false C1

经历困厄可以帮助一个人变得更坚强。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Richtig

It is often said that overcoming '困厄' (adversity) can build resilience and strength in a person.

true false C1

在困厄中,寻求帮助是一种软弱的表现。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Falsch

Seeking help during '困厄' (a predicament) is a sign of wisdom and strength, not weakness, as it allows for problem-solving and support.

listening C1

This sentence talks about facing difficulties and strengthening one's beliefs.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 面对困厄,我们更应坚定信念。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening C1

The speaker suggests that experiencing hardships helps people grow.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 经历困厄才能让人成长。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening C1

This sentence describes people supporting each other through a difficult period.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 他们在困厄中相互扶持,最终渡过难关。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking C1

Read this aloud:

在困厄面前,保持乐观心态非常重要。

Focus: 困厄 (kùn'è)

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking C1

Read this aloud:

这次的困厄让他对人生有了新的认识。

Focus: 认识 (rènshí)

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking C1

Read this aloud:

如何摆脱困厄是我们需要思考的问题。

Focus: 摆脱 (bǎituō)

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
writing C1

Describe a time you or someone you know faced significant challenges. How did you overcome these difficulties?

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

人生中,我们常常会遇到各种困厄。我记得有一次,我的公司面临严重的财务困境,那是我们都感到前所未有的困境。为了克服这个困厄,我们团队夜以继日地工作,寻求新的合作机会,最终成功扭转了局面。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
writing C1

Imagine you are writing a letter to a friend who is going through a tough time. Use '困厄' in your letter to acknowledge their situation and offer encouragement.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

亲爱的朋友,我听说你最近遇到了一些困厄,心里很为你担心。我知道你现在可能感到很艰难,但请记住,我永远在这里支持你。希望你能保持坚强,相信一切都会好起来的。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
writing C1

Explain how technology can help people overcome certain types of '困厄' in modern society.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

在现代社会,科技在帮助人们克服各种困厄方面发挥着越来越重要的作用。例如,远程医疗技术可以帮助偏远地区的人们解决医疗困厄,而在线教育则为那些受困于地理位置或经济条件的人们提供了学习的机会。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
reading C1

根据这段话,作者认为我们应该如何对待“困厄”?

Read this passage:

人生之路并非一帆风顺,我们总会遇到各种各样的困厄。有时候,这些困厄可能是经济上的,有时候是情感上的,还有时候是身体上的。关键在于我们如何面对和战胜它们。

根据这段话,作者认为我们应该如何对待“困厄”?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 面对并战胜它们

文章明确指出“关键在于我们如何面对和战胜它们”。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 面对并战胜它们

文章明确指出“关键在于我们如何面对和战胜它们”。

reading C1

根据这段话,哲学家认为“困厄”的意义是什么?

Read this passage:

一位哲学家曾说,困厄是磨砺人心的最好机会。在困厄中,我们能更深刻地认识自己,发现自己的潜能,从而变得更加强大。因此,我们不应惧怕困厄,而应视其为成长的阶梯。

根据这段话,哲学家认为“困厄”的意义是什么?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 考验和提升自我

文章提到“困厄是磨砺人心的最好机会”,并能“更深刻地认识自己,发现自己的潜能”。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 考验和提升自我

文章提到“困厄是磨砺人心的最好机会”,并能“更深刻地认识自己,发现自己的潜能”。

reading C1

从这段话中,我们可以推断出这位企业家具有什么品质?

Read this passage:

他出身贫寒,幼年丧父,中年又遭遇生意失败,可谓是饱受困厄。然而,他从未放弃对生活的热爱和对未来的希望,最终通过自己的努力,成为了一名成功的企业家。

从这段话中,我们可以推断出这位企业家具有什么品质?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 坚韧不拔

Despite facing many difficulties ('饱受困厄'), he '从未放弃对生活的热爱和对未来的希望' and '最终通过自己的努力,成为了一名成功的企业家' (became a successful entrepreneur). This indicates strong perseverance.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 坚韧不拔

Despite facing many difficulties ('饱受困厄'), he '从未放弃对生活的热爱和对未来的希望' and '最终通过自己的努力,成为了一名成功的企业家' (became a successful entrepreneur). This indicates strong perseverance.

multiple choice C2

在面对经济___时,他展现了非凡的韧性。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

句子描述的是经济上的困难时期,因此“困厄”最符合语境,表示困境、逆境。

multiple choice C2

尽管生活___重重,她从未放弃对未来的希望。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

根据句子的语境,描述的是生活中遇到的艰难和不幸,所以“困厄”是最佳选择。

multiple choice C2

这本小说描述了一个身陷___的主人公如何通过智慧和勇气走出困境的故事。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 困厄

小说主人公“走出困境”,说明他之前身陷的是困境,因此“困厄”是正确的选项。

true false C2

“困厄”通常指生活中的顺利和幸福。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Falsch

“困厄”指的是困境、逆境、不幸,与顺利和幸福是相反的。

true false C2

一个人在面对“困厄”时,往往需要坚韧不拔的意志。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Richtig

“困厄”是指困境和逆境,面对这些情况确实需要坚韧的意志才能克服。

true false C2

在商业谈判中,如果双方都处于“困厄”境地,更容易达成共识。

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: Falsch

双方都处于“困厄”境地,通常会加剧谈判的难度和对立,而不是更容易达成共识。

listening C2

Listen for how he reacted to a difficult situation.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 面对困厄,他展现了超乎常人的毅力。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening C2

Consider the impact of challenges on a person's determination.

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 生活中的困厄往往能锻炼人的意志。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
listening C2

What attitude should we maintain during hardship?

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 在困厄中,我们更应该保持积极乐观的态度。
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

即使身处困厄,我们也要坚持下去。

Focus: 困厄 (kùn è)

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

他从未向困厄低头,最终取得了成功。

Focus: 低头 (dī tóu)

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

这部电影讲述了一个人在困厄中奋斗的故事。

Focus: 奋斗 (fèn dòu)

Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort:
sentence order C2

Tippe auf die Wörter unten, um den Satz zu bilden
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 他 在 困厄 中 展现 了 非凡 的 毅力 。

This sentence means: He showed extraordinary perseverance in distress.

sentence order C2

Tippe auf die Wörter unten, um den Satz zu bilden
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 面对 生活 的 困厄 , 我们 应 保持 乐观 。

This sentence means: Facing the predicaments of life, we should remain optimistic.

sentence order C2

Tippe auf die Wörter unten, um den Satz zu bilden
Richtig! Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: 这次 的 经济 困厄 对 许多 家庭 造成 了 巨大 影响 。

This sentence means: This economic distress has had a huge impact on many families.

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