Remorse is the internal feeling of regret for one's wrongdoings.
Word in 30 Seconds
- A feeling of regret for past actions.
- Often indicates a sense of moral guilt.
- Used to describe internal reflection.
常见情境：常见于文学作品、法律审判（如被告对罪行的悔意）、人际关系修复（如道歉时的悔意表达）以及个人反思中。它常用来衡量一个人是否具备承担责任的能力。
- 1近义词辨析：与“后悔”相比，“悔意”更侧重于那种持续的心理状态或一种抽象的感受，而“后悔”既可以是名词也可以是动词，使用范围更广。与“遗憾”相比，“悔意”包含道德上的自我谴责，而“遗憾”往往是对客观结果不理想的无奈。
Examples
他对我表达了深深的悔意。
everydayHe expressed deep remorse to me.
被告在庭审中流露出了悔意。
formalThe defendant showed remorse during the trial.
你这么做，难道一点儿悔意都没有吗？
informalDon't you feel any remorse for doing this?
该行为反映出当事人缺乏基本的悔意。
academicThe behavior reflects a lack of basic remorse in the subject.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
不知悔改
Unrepentant
满怀悔意
Full of remorse
悔意十足
Very remorseful
Often Confused With
Refers to a sense of pity or sadness over a missed opportunity or unfortunate outcome, lacking the moral guilt of '悔意'.
A broader term that can be a verb or noun, often used for smaller, everyday mistakes compared to the weightier '悔意'.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Use '悔意' in formal or serious contexts. It is a noun, so it usually follows a verb. It is rarely used in casual, lighthearted conversation.
Common Mistakes
Do not treat it as a verb; you cannot say '我悔意了'. Always use it with a supporting verb like '有' or '表达'.
Tips
Focus on the noun structure
Treat '悔意' as a state of mind rather than an action. Use it with verbs like '表现出' (show) to make your sentences more precise.
Don't confuse with regret
While similar to regret, '悔意' carries a stronger moral undertone. Avoid using it for trivial things like missing a bus.
The importance of sincerity
In Chinese culture, showing genuine '悔意' is often the first step toward forgiveness. It is highly valued in social interactions.
Word Origin
Derived from the character 悔 (to regret) and 意 (thought/feeling). It captures the psychological process of reflecting on a past error.
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, admitting guilt is essential for social harmony. '悔意' is the key indicator that a person is willing to change and be accepted back into the community.
Memory Tip
Think of '悔' (regret) + '意' (feeling/intention). It is the 'feeling of regret' inside your heart.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“后悔”是一个动词，表示为过去做过的事感到不对劲；“悔意”是一个名词，指代这种后悔的心情或态度。在书面语中，“悔意”显得更加正式和抽象。
你可以说他“毫无悔意”或“不知悔改”。这通常用于描述一个人在犯错后拒绝承认错误或继续重蹈覆辙。
可以。例如“我深表悔意”是一种非常正式且诚恳的道歉方式。这能向对方传达你对造成的伤害有深刻的认知。
是的，它属于中性偏正式的词汇。在日常口语中，人们更倾向于说“很后悔”，而在文学或正式场合，使用“悔意”会更有修养感。
Test Yourself
他看着受害者，脸上流露出深深的___。
根据语境，伤害他人后产生的是后悔的心理。
哪一个词最能体现“悔意”的含义？
悔意包含自我反省和谴责。
请选出最正确的用法：
“毫无悔意”是一个固定搭配，形容态度。
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Summary
Remorse is the internal feeling of regret for one's wrongdoings.
- A feeling of regret for past actions.
- Often indicates a sense of moral guilt.
- Used to describe internal reflection.
Focus on the noun structure
Treat '悔意' as a state of mind rather than an action. Use it with verbs like '表现出' (show) to make your sentences more precise.
Don't confuse with regret
While similar to regret, '悔意' carries a stronger moral undertone. Avoid using it for trivial things like missing a bus.
The importance of sincerity
In Chinese culture, showing genuine '悔意' is often the first step toward forgiveness. It is highly valued in social interactions.
Examples
4 of 4他对我表达了深深的悔意。
He expressed deep remorse to me.
被告在庭审中流露出了悔意。
The defendant showed remorse during the trial.
你这么做，难道一点儿悔意都没有吗？
Don't you feel any remorse for doing this?
该行为反映出当事人缺乏基本的悔意。
The behavior reflects a lack of basic remorse in the subject.
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