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B1 adjective 6 min read

冷漠

lěngmò

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips 冷漠 in 30 Seconds

Explanation 冷漠 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use '冷漠' yet. You should focus on the basic word '冷' (lěng), which means 'cold'. You use '冷' to talk about the weather ('今天很冷') or how you feel ('我觉得冷'). '冷漠' is too complex because it deals with abstract human emotions and social attitudes. For now, just remember that '冷' is for temperature, and later you will learn '冷漠' for people's feelings. If you want to say someone is not nice, you can just say '他不可爱' or '他不好'.

At the A2 level, you might start hearing '冷漠' in simple stories or TV shows. You know the word '冷' (cold), so '冷漠' is like an 'advanced cold'. You should understand that it describes a person's personality, not the weather. You might see it in a sentence like '他是一个冷漠的人' (He is a cold person). At this stage, try to recognize it when you see it, but don't worry about using it in complex sentences. Just know it is the opposite of '热情' (rèqíng - enthusiastic/warm).

At the B1 level, you should be able to use '冷漠' correctly in your own sentences. You should master the structure '对...冷漠' (indifferent towards...). For example, '你为什么对我这么冷漠？' (Why are you so cold to me?). You are now moving beyond basic descriptions and starting to talk about social issues. You can use '冷漠' to describe the atmosphere of a city or the attitude of a character in a book. You should also be able to distinguish it from '冷淡' (lěngdàn), which is slightly less intense.

At the B2 level, you should use '冷漠' with nuance. You can use it as a noun ('这种冷漠让人难受' - This apathy makes people feel bad) or as a vivid adjective in formal writing. You should understand its cultural implications, such as the 'bystander effect' in modern society. You can discuss the reasons behind '冷漠', such as the pressure of modern life or the fear of getting into trouble. You should also be familiar with related idioms like '漠不关心' and know when to use '冷漠' versus '冷酷' (lěngkù - cold and cruel).

At the C1 level, '冷漠' becomes a tool for deep literary and social analysis. You can use it to critique modern urban life, existential philosophy, or the detached tone of an academic paper. You should understand how authors use '冷漠' to create a specific mood or to highlight the isolation of a protagonist. You can use it in complex grammatical structures, such as '冷漠之情溢于言表' (His indifference was clearly visible in his words and expression). You are expected to use it accurately in professional and academic settings.

At the C2 level, you have a native-like grasp of '冷漠'. you can appreciate the subtle differences between '冷漠', '冷淡', '冷僻', '冷峻', and '冷酷'. You can use the word in creative writing to describe not just people, but abstract concepts like '冷漠的命运' (indifferent fate). You understand the historical and philosophical context of the word in Chinese literature. You can use it to discuss complex psychological states like 'emotional numbing' or 'social alienation' with precision and elegance.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

冷漠 in 30 Seconds

冷漠 (lěngmò) is an adjective meaning indifferent or apathetic, describing a lack of emotional warmth.
It is primarily used for people's attitudes and facial expressions, not for physical temperature.
Commonly paired with the preposition '对' (duì) to indicate what one is indifferent toward.
It carries a negative connotation, often used to critique social isolation or a lack of empathy.

The Chinese adjective 冷漠 (lěngmò) is a sophisticated term used to describe a specific kind of emotional detachment or indifference. While English speakers might use 'cold' to describe both the weather and a person's personality, Chinese distinguishes between physical coldness and emotional coldness. 冷漠 is the latter. It suggests a lack of warmth, sympathy, or interest in others. It is often used to describe the 'bystander effect' in large cities or a person who remains unmoved by the suffering of others. When you encounter this word, think of an emotional desert—vast, dry, and devoid of the 'water' of human kindness.

Core Concept: The state of being emotionally distant or unconcerned. It implies a wall between the individual and the outside world.

面对路人的求助，他表现得非常冷漠。(Facing the passerby's plea for help, he appeared very indifferent.)

In a social context, 冷漠 is frequently used in social critiques. You might hear people complain about the 城市人的冷漠 (the indifference of city dwellers), where people are so focused on their own lives that they ignore those around them. It is stronger than just being 'quiet' or 'introverted'; it carries a negative connotation of being heartless or callous.

Common Usage: Used to describe facial expressions (表情冷漠), attitudes (态度冷漠), or societal trends (社会冷漠).

这封信的语气极其冷漠。(The tone of this letter is extremely cold.)

Psychologically, 冷漠 can also describe a defense mechanism. A person might act 冷漠 to protect themselves from getting hurt, appearing 'cool' or 'unfazed' as a shield. However, in most literature and news reports, it is a call to action—asking for more 'human touch' (人情味) in society.

Cultural Nuance: In Chinese culture, which values harmony and collective support, being labeled as '冷漠' is a significant criticism of one's character.

我们不应该对社会的苦难保持冷漠。(We should not remain indifferent to the suffering of society.)

Using 冷漠 correctly requires understanding its grammatical placement. As an adjective, it usually follows the adverb of degree (like 很, 非常, 极其) or functions as a predicate. It can also be used as a noun in certain contexts meaning 'apathy'. One of the most common structures is 对...冷漠 (to be indifferent towards...).

Structure 1: Adjective as Predicate: Subject + [Adv] + 冷漠. Example: 他的眼神很冷漠。(His gaze is very cold.)

在这个大城市里，人与人之间显得很冷漠。(In this big city, people seem very indifferent to each other.)

When describing someone's attitude toward a specific thing, use the preposition 对 (duì). This is vital for B1 learners to master. You are not just 'cold'; you are 'cold toward' something.

Structure 2: Target-Specific Indifference: Subject + 对 + Object + 冷漠. Example: 她对政治非常冷漠。(She is very indifferent to politics.)

你不能对父母的关心如此冷漠。(You cannot be so indifferent to your parents' concern.)

You can also use 冷漠 as an attributive adjective to modify nouns like 'expression', 'attitude', or 'world'. In this case, it's often followed by 的 (de).

Structure 3: Modifying Nouns: 冷漠的 + Noun. Example: 冷漠的世界 (A cold world).

他用冷漠的目光打量着周围的一切。(He surveyed everything around him with a cold gaze.)

In contemporary China, 冷漠 is a buzzword in sociological discussions. You will hear it in news reports concerning the 'Bystander Effect' (旁观者效应). For example, if an accident happens on the street and no one helps, the news will likely use the phrase 人心冷漠 (people's hearts are cold/indifferent) to describe the situation. It’s a powerful emotional descriptor used to evoke a sense of moral urgency.

In the workplace, you might hear it during HR training or in complaints about corporate culture. If a boss never acknowledges employee achievements or personal hardships, employees might describe the company culture as 冷漠. It’s a way of saying the environment lacks 'humanity' (人情味).

现代社会的快节奏让人们变得越来越冷漠。(The fast pace of modern society makes people more and more indifferent.)

In television dramas (C-Dramas), 冷漠 is a classic trait of the 'Ice King' or 'Ice Queen' archetype—the rich, successful, but emotionally distant protagonist. When the female lead finally warms the heart of the 冷漠 CEO, it’s a standard plot point. This makes the word very common in romantic and family dramas where emotional barriers are a central theme.

他虽然表面上很冷漠，但内心其实很温柔。(Although he is cold on the surface, he is actually very gentle inside.)

Furthermore, in literature and essays, authors use 冷漠 to describe the vastness of nature or the universe in contrast to human life. A 'cold, indifferent universe' is a common existential trope. You'll find it in the works of famous modern writers like Lu Xun or Eileen Chang, who often analyzed the coldness of traditional society and human nature.

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make is using 冷漠 when they simply mean 'cold' in temperature. You cannot say '今天天气很冷漠' (The weather is very indifferent) to mean the weather is cold. You must use 冷 (lěng) or 寒冷 (hánlěng) for physical temperature.

Mistake 1: Temperature vs. Emotion: Incorrect: 冰块很冷漠。 Correct: 冰块很冷。(Ice is cold.)

Another mistake is confusing 冷漠 with 冷淡 (lěngdàn). While they are close synonyms, 冷淡 is often used for a lack of enthusiasm or a cooling of a relationship. If a friend stops texting you frequently, their attitude is 冷淡. If they walk past you while you're bleeding on the street and don't stop, they are 冷漠. 冷漠 is much harsher and suggests a lack of basic human feeling.

Mistake 2: Degree of Severity: Using '冷漠' to describe a slightly shy person. A shy person is '害羞' (hàixiū) or '内向' (nèixiàng), not '冷漠'.

Incorrect: 他太害羞了，所以很冷漠。 (He is too shy, so he is indifferent.) - This sounds contradictory in Chinese.

Lastly, learners sometimes forget to use the preposition 对. In English, we say 'indifferent to', and in Chinese, the 'to' (对) must come before the object. Saying '他冷漠他的朋友' is grammatically incorrect; it must be '他对他的朋友很冷漠'.

Understanding the synonyms of 冷漠 helps you choose the right word for the right level of intensity. Here are the most common alternatives and how they differ:

冷淡 (lěngdàn): Meaning: Cold; indifferent; lukewarm. Usage: Often used for interpersonal relationships that have lost their spark. It's less 'harsh' than 冷漠. Example: 她的态度变得冷淡了。(Her attitude has become lukewarm.)
漠不关心 (mò bù guānxīn): Meaning: Totally unconcerned. Usage: This is an idiom (chengyu). It specifically emphasizes a lack of attention or care. Example: 他对班级活动漠不关心。(He is totally unconcerned about class activities.)
麻木 (mámù): Meaning: Numb; apathetic. Usage: Usually describes someone who has seen so much suffering or experienced so much trauma that they no longer feel anything. Example: 长期艰苦的生活让他变得麻木了。(Long-term hardship has made him numb.)

On the opposite end of the spectrum, if you want to describe someone who is the opposite of 冷漠, you would use 热情 (rèqíng)—enthusiastic/warm, or 关怀 (guānhuái)—caring/concerned.

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

The character '漠' (mò) is also found in '沙漠' (shāmò, desert). So, '冷漠' literally translates to 'cold desert', which is a beautiful way to describe an empty heart.

Pronunciation Guide

UK lěŋ mɔ̀

US lěŋ mɔ̀

In Chinese, both syllables are usually stressed equally, but the fourth tone on 'mò' gives it a sharp ending.

Rhymes With

等 (děng) 整 (zhěng) 省 (shěng) 墨 (mò) 默 (mò) 末 (mò) 万 (wàn) 慢 (màn)

Common Errors

Pronouncing 'mò' with a flat first tone.
Confusing the 'eng' sound in 'lěng' with 'an' (lǎn).
Failing to dip low enough on the third tone of 'lěng'.
Pronouncing 'mò' like 'mou'.
Stressing the first syllable too much and trailing off on the second.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 3/5

Characters are common, but the second character '漠' requires some practice.

Writing 4/5

Writing '漠' with the water radical and the sun/grass elements can be tricky for B1 learners.

Speaking 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward as long as tones are correct.

Listening 3/5

Easily confused with '冷淡' if not listening carefully to the second syllable.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

冷很对人心

Learn Next

冷淡漠不关心热情孤独残酷

Advanced

疏离隔阂麻木冷峻淡漠

Grammar to Know

Prepositional phrases with '对'

我对这件事没兴趣。

Adverbs of degree (很, 非常, 极其)

他极其冷漠。

The 'de' construction for adjectives

冷漠的神情。

Complement of state (得)

他表现得非常冷漠。

Negative '不' with adjectives

他不冷漠。

Examples by Level

他不冷。

He is not cold.

Simple negative sentence.

天气不冷。

The weather is not cold.

Subject + 不 + Adj.

他很冷。

He is very cold.

Subject + 很 + Adj.

水很冷。

The water is very cold.

Describing a physical object.

你冷吗？

Are you cold?

Question with 吗.

我不冷。

I am not cold.

First person negative.

这杯咖啡冷了。

This coffee has become cold.

使用 '了' to show change of state.

冬天很冷。

Winter is very cold.

General statement.

他的心很冷。

His heart is very cold.

Metaphorical use of 'cold'.

他是一个冷漠的人。

He is an indifferent person.

Using 冷漠 as an attributive adjective.

她对我不太热情，有点冷漠。

She is not very warm to me, a bit indifferent.

Contrast between 热情 and 冷漠.

医生看起来很冷漠。

The doctor looks very indifferent.

Describing appearance.

我不喜欢冷漠的人。

I don't like indifferent people.

Expressing preference.

他说话的语气很冷漠。

His tone of speaking is very indifferent.

Describing a specific quality (tone).

在这座城市，人们很冷漠。

In this city, people are very indifferent.

Describing a collective group.

那个故事的结局很冷漠。

The ending of that story is very cold/indifferent.

Describing an abstract concept (ending).

他对周围的一切都很冷漠。

He is very indifferent to everything around him.

对...冷漠 structure.

我们不能对穷人的痛苦表现得如此冷漠。

We cannot appear so indifferent to the suffering of the poor.

Negative modal verb + 对...冷漠.

这种冷漠的态度让我感到伤心。

This indifferent attitude makes me feel sad.

Using 冷漠 to modify 'attitude'.

他用冷漠的眼神看着我。

He looked at me with cold eyes.

Describing a gaze.

虽然他很成功，但他对家人很冷漠。

Although he is successful, he is very cold to his family.

Conjunction '虽然...但...'.

网络时代的交流有时显得很冷漠。

Communication in the internet age sometimes seems very indifferent.

Describing social phenomena.

她对这种不公平的现象感到冷漠。

She feels indifferent to this unfair phenomenon.

Expressing an emotional state.

请不要对我的努力保持冷漠。

Please do not remain indifferent to my efforts.

Imperative sentence.

城市的繁华掩盖了人心的冷漠。

The prosperity of the city masks the indifference of people's hearts.

Abstract noun usage.

他在处理这起事故时表现得极其冷漠。

He acted extremely indifferent when handling this accident.

Adverbial use (表现得...).

这种社交上的冷漠是一种现代病。

This social indifference is a modern disease.

Metaphorical/Academic description.

他那冷漠的性格使他很难交到真心的朋友。

His indifferent personality makes it hard for him to make true friends.

Cause and effect.

面对批评，他表现出一种近乎冷漠的冷静。

Facing criticism, he showed a calmness that was almost indifference.

Comparing two similar states.

我们应当反思这种对公共利益的冷漠。

We should reflect on this indifference to the public interest.

Formal verb '反思'.

他那副冷漠的面孔下藏着一颗受过伤的心。

Under that indifferent face hides a wounded heart.

Literary contrast.

这种职场冷漠导致了员工流失率的上升。

This workplace indifference led to an increase in employee turnover.

Professional/Business context.

鲁迅的作品深刻地揭露了旧社会的人性冷漠。

Lu Xun's works profoundly exposed the human indifference of the old society.

Literary analysis.

在存在主义哲学家看来，宇宙本质上是冷漠的。

In the eyes of existentialist philosophers, the universe is essentially indifferent.

Philosophical context.

这种制度性的冷漠远比个人的恶意更可怕。

This institutional indifference is far more terrifying than individual malice.

Comparative analysis.

他以一种近乎冷漠的客观态度记录了这段历史。

He recorded this history with an almost indifferent objectivity.

Describing a professional methodology.

现代人的冷漠往往源于对自我过度的关注。

The indifference of modern people often stems from an excessive focus on the self.

Sociological explanation.

他那冷漠的回答切断了所有进一步沟通的可能。

His indifferent answer cut off all possibilities of further communication.

Describing a consequence.

在法律的冷漠面前，个人的情感往往显得微不足道。

In the face of the law's indifference, individual emotions often seem insignificant.

Abstract personification.

这种冷漠并非天生，而是环境造就的。

This indifference is not innate but created by the environment.

Nature vs. Nurture argument.

这种冷漠折射出当代人精神世界的匮乏。

This indifference reflects the scarcity of the spiritual world of contemporary people.

Advanced verb '折射'.

他以冷漠为武器，抵御着外界的纷扰。

He uses indifference as a weapon to resist the disturbances of the outside world.

Metaphorical usage.

文学作品中的冷漠叙事往往能产生更强烈的震撼力。

Indifferent narration in literary works often produces a stronger impact.

Literary theory.

那种冷漠，如同冬日里的坚冰，难以融化。

That indifference, like solid ice in winter, is hard to melt.

Simile usage.

他那冷漠的外壳下，或许隐藏着不为人知的波澜。

Under his indifferent shell, there may be hidden waves unknown to others.

Literary imagery.

这种对生命的冷漠是对文明最大的讽刺。

This indifference to life is the greatest irony to civilization.

Philosophical critique.

他冷漠地注视着时代的变迁，不发一言。

He indifferently watched the changes of the era without saying a word.

Describing a detached observer.

这种冷漠已经渗透到了社会的每一个角落。

This indifference has already permeated every corner of society.

Using '渗透' (permeate).

Common Collocations

神情冷漠

态度冷漠

眼神冷漠

表现冷漠

极其冷漠

社会冷漠

人情冷漠

语气冷漠

异常冷漠

显得冷漠

Common Phrases

冷漠无情

— Cold and heartless. Used to describe someone with no empathy.

他是一个冷漠无情的人。

人心冷漠

— People's hearts are cold. A common social critique.

不要让这个世界变得人心冷漠。

感到冷漠

— To feel indifference or to feel that others are being indifferent.

我感到了这个城市的冷漠。

打破冷漠

— To break the ice or end a state of apathy.

我们需要用爱来打破冷漠。

保持冷漠

— To maintain a state of indifference.

他选择对外界保持冷漠。

冷漠的旁观者

— The indifferent bystander.

不要做一个冷漠的旁观者。

对人冷漠

— To be cold toward people.

他从小就对人很冷漠。

极其冷漠

— Extremely indifferent.

他的反应极其冷漠。

冷漠的表情

— A cold expression.

他脸上带着冷漠的表情。

冷漠的氛围

— A cold atmosphere.

办公室里的氛围很冷漠。

Often Confused With

冷漠 vs 冷

Physical temperature vs. emotional state.

冷漠 vs 冷淡

Temporary lack of enthusiasm vs. deep indifference.

冷漠 vs 冷酷

Passive indifference vs. active cruelty.

Idioms & Expressions

"漠不关心"

— Completely unconcerned. The most common idiom related to 冷漠.

他对自己的健康漠不关心。

Formal

"冷若冰霜"

— As cold as ice and frost. Usually describes a woman's stern or cold manner.

她待人冷若冰霜。

Literary

"视而不见"

— To see but not notice. A form of active indifference.

他对这些问题视而不见。

Neutral

"置若罔闻"

— To hear but act as if one hasn't. Indifference to advice or pleas.

他对我的一再警告置若罔闻。

Formal

"麻木不仁"

— Apathetic and insensitive. Very strong negative connotation.

这种麻木不仁的行为令人气愤。

Formal

"袖手旁观"

— To watch with folded arms. To be an indifferent bystander.

在朋友困难时，你不能袖手旁观。

Neutral

"漠然置之"

— To set something aside with indifference; to not care.

他对此事漠然置之。

Formal

"无动于衷"

— Untouched; unmoved. To remain indifferent despite emotional appeals.

面对哀求，他依然无动于衷。

Formal

"铁石心肠"

— A heart of iron and stone. Describes someone extremely cold and hard-hearted.

他真是铁石心肠，一点同情心都没有。

Neutral

"漫不经心"

— Careless and casual. A lighter form of indifference/lack of focus.

他漫不经心地翻着报纸。

Neutral

Easily Confused

冷漠 vs 冷清

Both start with '冷'.

冷清 refers to a place being desolate and quiet (e.g., a quiet street), while 冷漠 refers to a person's attitude.

这条街很冷清，但他很冷漠。

冷漠 vs 孤独

Both relate to being alone.

孤独 is feeling lonely (internal), while 冷漠 is being unfriendly/indifferent (external).

他很孤独，但他并不冷漠。

冷漠 vs 安静

A quiet person might be mistaken for an indifferent one.

安静 is a neutral/positive quality of being quiet, while 冷漠 is a negative quality of not caring.

他很安静，但心地善良，并不冷漠。

冷漠 vs 客观

Objectivity can sometimes look like indifference.

客观 is being fair and factual (positive), while 冷漠 is a lack of sympathy (negative).

法官必须客观，但不能冷漠。

冷漠 vs 严肃

A serious face can look cold.

严肃 means serious/stern (neutral), while 冷漠 means not caring (negative).

老师很严肃，但对学生并不冷漠。

Sentence Patterns

他很冷漠。

He is very indifferent.

他对我冷漠。

He is indifferent to me.

冷漠的人。

An indifferent person.

他的冷漠让我难受。

His indifference makes me feel bad.

表现出冷漠的态度。

Show an indifferent attitude.

这种冷漠是社会的悲哀。

This indifference is the sorrow of society.

由于冷漠，他失去了朋友。

Due to indifference, he lost friends.

冷漠成了他的盔甲。

Indifference became his armor.

Word Family

Nouns

冷漠 (Apathy/Indifference)

Adjectives

冷漠 (Indifferent)

冷淡 (Cold/Lukewarm)

冷酷 (Cruel/Cold)

冷 (Cold)

沙漠 (Desert)

淡漠 (Faded/Indifferent)

漠然 (Indifferently)

冷清 (Desolate)

How to Use It

frequency

Common in news, literature, and serious conversation.

Common Mistakes

今天天气很冷漠。 → 今天天气很冷。
冷漠 is for emotions, not temperature.
他冷漠我。 → 他对我冷漠。
You need the preposition '对' to indicate the target of the indifference.
他是一个冷淡的人。 → 他是一个冷漠的人。
While both work, '冷漠' is better for a general personality trait, while '冷淡' often implies a change in a relationship.
他很冷漠，因为他很安静。 → 他很安静，但并不冷漠。
Being quiet (安静) is not the same as being indifferent (冷漠).
我感到了水的冷漠。 → 我感到了水的冰冷。
Water cannot be 'indifferent' in a literal sense; use '冰冷' (ice cold) for physical objects.

Tips

Master the '对' structure

Always remember that 'indifferent to' translates to '对...冷漠'. This is the most common way to use the word.

Learn the pairs

Learn '冷漠' together with '热情' so you can describe both ends of the emotional spectrum.

Understand 'Human Flavor'

Think of '冷漠' as the lack of '人情味' (human warmth). This will help you understand why it's a strong criticism in China.

Radical meaning

The water radical in '漠' is ironic because it refers to a desert (where water is missing), which matches the 'emptiness' of the word.

Tone practice

Practice the transition from the dipping 3rd tone to the sharp 4th tone: lěng -> mò!

Contextual clues

If you hear people talking about big cities and not helping others, '冷漠' is likely the word they are using.

Be careful

Don't call your friends '冷漠' unless you are truly upset with them; it's a serious word.

Sociology buzzword

Use this word when writing essays about modern society or urbanization in China.

Look for descriptions

In novels, look for '冷漠' describing the eyes or face of the antagonist.

The Ice Desert

Visualize an ice desert. It’s the perfect image for '冷漠'.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of a 'Cold' (冷) 'Desert' (漠). A desert is empty and has no life; if it's also cold, it's the most unfriendly place on Earth. That's 'lěngmò'.

Visual Association

Picture a person standing alone in a snowy desert, wearing a stone mask. They aren't shivering; they just don't care.

Word Web

冷 (Cold) 漠 (Desert) 人 (Person) 心 (Heart) 情 (Emotion) 态 (Attitude) 眼 (Eye) 神 (Spirit)

Challenge

Try to use '冷漠' to describe a villain in a movie you recently watched. Write three sentences using '对...冷漠'.

Word Origin

Composed of '冷' (lěng, cold) and '漠' (mò, desert/indifferent). '冷' dates back to ancient oracle bone script representing ice. '漠' originally referred to the vast, dry Gobi desert.

Original meaning: The combination suggests a state that is both physically cold and spiritually barren, like a desert in winter.

Sino-Tibetan / Sinitic

Cultural Context

Calling someone '冷漠' is a strong personal criticism. Use it carefully in social settings as it can be offensive.

In English, we might say someone is 'stuck up' or 'aloof'. 'Indifferent' is the closest academic match, but 'cold' is the closest emotional match.

Lu Xun's 'A Madman's Diary' (critique of social indifference) The movie 'Blind Shaft' (exploring the coldness of human nature) Contemporary Chinese 'Internet Slang' regarding the '996' work culture and emotional burnout.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Social Critique

社会冷漠
人心不古
城市病
打破隔阂

Interpersonal Relationships

感情变淡
对我冷漠
不理睬
没反应

Literature/Drama

冷漠的男主角
冰冷的内心
命运的冷漠
沉默寡言

Workplace

职业倦怠
同事间的冷漠
缺乏团队精神
冰冷的管理

Psychology

情感缺失
防御机制
社交恐惧
情感冷淡

Conversation Starters

"你觉得现在的城市生活是不是让人变得更冷漠了？"

"如果你发现朋友对你很冷漠，你会怎么办？"

"你认为‘冷漠’和‘内向’有什么区别？"

"在你的国家，人们对陌生人是热情的还是冷漠的？"

"我们应该如何改变这种社会冷漠的现象？"

Journal Prompts

描写一次你感到别人对你很冷漠的经历。当时你是什么心情？

讨论一下科技的发展（如手机）是否增加了人与人之间的冷漠。

如果你是一个电影导演，你会如何通过镜头来表现一个冷漠的城市？

写一封信给一个变得冷漠的朋友，表达你的关心。

反思一下：你是否曾经对某些重要的事情表现出冷漠？为什么？

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

No, '冷漠' is only for emotions and attitudes. For weather, use '冷' (lěng) or '寒冷' (hánlěng).

Almost always. It implies a lack of essential human warmth and empathy. However, in some literary contexts, it might describe a 'cool' or 'detached' style.

'冷漠' is stronger and often refers to a character trait or social phenomenon. '冷淡' is often used for a specific situation or a relationship that has cooled down.

Use the '对' structure: '他对我很冷漠' (Tā duì wǒ hěn lěngmò).

Yes, it is very common in movies, news reports about society, and daily discussions about personality.

Yes, it can mean 'apathy' or 'indifference' as a noun, e.g., '打破冷漠' (break the apathy).

The most common antonym is '热情' (rèqíng), meaning enthusiastic or warm.

Yes, if the movie has a cold, detached tone or depicts an indifferent world, you can say '这部电影很冷漠'.

Yes, to describe a lack of customer service ('态度冷漠') or a poor company culture.

It has the water radical (氵) on the left, and on the right, it has '艹' (grass) on top, '日' (sun) in the middle, and '大' (big) at the bottom.