A2 adjective Neutral 1 min read

害怕的

hai pa de /xai˥ pʰa˥ tɤ/
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Hài pà de describes the feeling of being scared or fearful, often due to potential danger or the unknown.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Describes a state of being scared or fearful.
  • Used for people, animals, and situations.
  • Common in everyday conversations.

Overview

“害怕的” (hài pà de) 是一个非常常用的形容词，用来表达恐惧、担忧或不安的情绪。它描述了当个体面对潜在的威胁、危险、未知或令人不适的情况时所产生的心理状态。这个词的级别属于 A2，意味着它在日常交流中非常普遍，学习者应该能够理解和使用它来描述基本的情感。

“害怕的”通常用作形容词，可以直接修饰名词，也可以用在系动词（如“是”、“很”、“显得”）后面作表语。例如，“他感到害怕的”或“那是一个害怕的表情”。在口语中，人们也常用“害怕” (hài pà) 这个动词来表达，但加上“的” (de) 之后，它更侧重于描述一种状态或特质。

与其他词语搭配：常常与“感到”、“显得”、“看起来”等词语连用，构成“感到害怕的”、“显得害怕的”等短语。

“恐惧的”比“害怕的”程度更深，表示更强烈的、更持久的、甚至可能带有压倒性感觉的害怕。它通常用于更严重的威胁或情况。

“担心的”侧重于对未来可能发生的不好的事情的忧虑和不安，不一定有直接的危险存在，更多的是一种心理上的忧虑。

“紧张的”描述的是一种身心紧绷、不安、注意力高度集中的状态，可能由害怕、兴奋、压力等多种原因引起。它不一定完全等同于害怕，但常常伴随害怕出现。

Examples

1

我一个人在黑暗的房间里，感到很害怕的。

everyday

I felt very scared alone in the dark room.

2

那只小兔子看到猫时，露出了害怕的表情。

narrative

The little rabbit showed a fearful expression when it saw the cat.

3

别那么大声，你会把孩子吓得害怕的。

informal

Don't be so loud, you'll scare the child and make them fearful.

4

面对未知的挑战，他内心深处也有一丝害怕的。

literary

Facing the unknown challenges, he also had a trace of fear deep down inside.

Common Collocations

感到害怕的 to feel scared
显得害怕的 to appear scared
害怕的眼神 a scared look (in one's eyes)

Common Phrases

别害怕

Don't be scared

我好害怕

I'm so scared

害怕得发抖

to tremble with fear

Often Confused With

害怕的 vs 恐惧的 (kǒng jù de)

'Hài pà de' is a general term for being scared. 'Kǒng jù de' implies a deeper, more intense, or even paralyzing fear, often associated with serious threats.

害怕的 vs 担心的 (dān xīn de)

'Dān xīn de' means worried, focusing on anxiety about future events. 'Hài pà de' is about fear, usually in response to a present or perceived danger.

Grammar Patterns

Noun + 感到/显得/看起来 + 害怕的 (e.g., 他感到害怕的) 害怕的 + Noun (e.g., 害怕的表情) Subject + (time/place) + (一个人) + 感到 + 害怕的 (e.g., 我晚上感到害怕的)

How to Use It

Usage Notes

While 'hài pà de' is common, in many contexts, the verb 'hài pà' (to be afraid) is more frequently used. For example, instead of saying '我感到害怕的', it's more natural to say '我害怕'. However, 'hài pà de' is essential when describing a state or characteristic.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes overuse 'hài pà de' where the verb 'hài pà' would be more natural. Also, confusing it with 'dān xīn de' (worried) is common, as both relate to negative emotions but differ in intensity and focus.

Tips

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Use 'hài pà de' for basic fear

This adjective is perfect for describing simple feelings of fear or apprehension in everyday situations.

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Distinguish from 'dān xīn de'

Remember that 'dān xīn de' (worried) focuses on future anxieties, while 'hài pà de' relates more to immediate fear or perceived danger.

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Expressing emotions openly

In Chinese culture, expressing emotions like fear is generally accepted, especially in appropriate contexts, though the degree of openness can vary.

Word Origin

The word '害怕' (hài pà) itself is a common verb for 'to fear' or 'to be afraid'. The addition of '的' (de) turns it into an adjective, specifying a state of being fearful or scared.

Cultural Context

The expression of fear is a universal human emotion. In Chinese, like in many cultures, acknowledging fear is normal, but showing excessive or constant fear might be perceived differently depending on the social context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hài pà de' as describing someone who 'has pa' (pà sounds like 'pa' in 'panic'), making them look scared. Associate the 'de' with describing a state or characteristic.

Frequently Asked Questions

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“害怕”通常用作动词，表示“to be afraid”。而“害怕的”则是一个形容词，用来描述“scared”或“fearful”的状态，可以修饰名词或作表语。

当你想要描述某人或某物感到恐惧、不安或担忧时，就可以使用“害怕的”。例如，看到恐怖电影时，你会感到害怕的。

通常情况下，“害怕的”主要用来形容人或动物的情绪状态。但有时也可以用来形容场景或事物给人的感觉，例如“一个害怕的眼神”，但直接形容一个无生命物体“害怕的”则不太常见。

有的，例如“恐惧的” (kǒng jù de) 表示更深层、更强烈的害怕，有时甚至带有惊恐的意味。

Test Yourself

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听到窗外的奇怪声音，他感到非常______。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 害怕的

根据语境，奇怪的声音会引起恐惧感，所以“害怕的”是最合适的。

multiple choice

那只流浪狗看到陌生人靠近时，显得很害怕的。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: The stray dog looked scared when strangers approached.

句子描述了狗在陌生人靠近时的反应是“害怕的”。

sentence building

他 / 害怕的 / 一个人 / 晚上 / 感到

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他晚上一个人感到害怕的。

这个句子结构最自然，表达了“He felt scared being alone at night”的意思。

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