表达同情 Expressing Sympathy biǎodá tóngqíng

Dialogues

Dialogues 1

中文

小丽：听说你奶奶生病住院了，真是太遗憾了！希望她早日康复！
小明：谢谢你的关心，奶奶年纪大了，身体不太好，医生说需要住院观察一段时间。
小丽：唉，真为你担心，有什么需要帮忙的尽管说，别客气。
小明：谢谢你的好意，目前还好，我会照顾好奶奶的。
小丽：嗯，有什么情况及时告诉我，我会一直为你祈祷的。

拼音

xiǎo lì: tīng shuō nǐ nǎinai shēng bìng zhùyuàn le, zhēn shì tài yíhàn le! xīwàng tā zǎorì kāngfù!
xiǎo míng: xièxie nǐ de guānxīn, nǎinai niánjì dà le, shēntǐ bù tài hǎo, yīshēng shuō xūyào zhùyuàn guānchá yīduàn shíjiān.
xiǎo lì: āi, zhēn wèi nǐ dānxīn, yǒu shénme xūyào bāngmáng de jǐngquè shuō, bié kèqì.
xiǎo míng: xièxie nǐ de hǎoyì, mùqián hái hǎo, wǒ huì zhàogù hǎo nǎinai de.
xiǎo lì: ēn, yǒu shénme qíngkuàng jíshí gàosù wǒ, wǒ huì yīzhí wèi nǐ qídǎo de.

English

Lily: I heard your grandma is in the hospital. That's so unfortunate! I hope she recovers soon!
Mike: Thanks for your concern. Grandma is old and her health isn't great. The doctor said she needs to stay in the hospital for observation.
Lily: Oh, I'm really worried about you. Let me know if you need any help, don't hesitate.
Mike: Thanks for your kindness. We're okay for now. I will take care of Grandma.
Lily: Okay, keep me updated. I'll be praying for her.

Common Phrases

节哀顺变

jié āi shùn biàn

My condolences

Cultural Background

中文

在中国文化中，表达同情通常比较含蓄，避免过于直接或夸张的表达。在正式场合下，可以使用比较正式的表达，例如“节哀顺变”；在非正式场合下，可以使用比较口语化的表达，例如“别太伤心了”、“保重身体”等。

拼音

zài zhōngguó wénhuà zhōng, biǎodá tóngqíng tōngcháng bǐjiào hánxù, bìmiǎn guòyú zhíjiē huò kuāzhāng de biǎodá. zài zhèngshì chǎnghé xià, kěyǐ shǐyòng bǐjiào zhèngshì de biǎodá, lìrú “jiéāi shùnbian”；zài fēi zhèngshì chǎnghé xià, kěyǐ shǐyòng bǐjiào kǒuyǔhuà de biǎodá, lìrú “bié tài shāngxīn le”、“bǎozhòng shēntǐ” děng。

English

In English-speaking cultures, expressions of sympathy often involve offering support or practical help. Direct and sincere statements are appreciated. Avoid overly dramatic or exaggerated expressions of emotion.

Sometimes, offering a simple "I'm sorry to hear that" is sufficient, followed by an offer of help if appropriate. In more formal settings, condolences might be extended in a written note or card, rather than face-to-face.

Advanced Expressions

中文

“我理解你的感受，一定很难受吧。”

“希望你能坚强地度过难关。”

“我会一直支持你。”

拼音

wǒ lǐjiě nǐ de gǎnshòu, yīdìng hěn nánshòu ba。

xīwàng nǐ néng jiānqiáng de dùguò nánguān。

wǒ huì yīzhí zhīchí nǐ。

English

"I understand how you feel, it must be very difficult."

"I hope you can get through this tough time."

"I'll always be here for you."

Cultural Taboos

中文

避免在表达同情时使用过于轻率或不合适的词语，例如“这有什么大不了的”、“别想太多”等。同时，也要注意场合，避免在不合适的场合表达同情，以免造成尴尬。

拼音

bìmiǎn zài biǎodá tóngqíng shí shǐyòng guòyú qīngshuài huò bù héshì de cíyǔ, lìrú “zhè yǒu shénme dà bùliǎo de”、“bié xiǎng tài duō” děng。tóngshí, yě yào zhùyì chǎnghé, bìmiǎn zài bù héshì de chǎnghé biǎodá tóngqíng, yǐmiǎn zàochéng gānggà.

English

Avoid using overly casual or inappropriate phrases when expressing sympathy, such as "It's not a big deal" or "Don't think too much about it." Also, pay attention to the context and avoid expressing sympathy in inappropriate situations to avoid embarrassment.

Key Points

中文

表达同情的关键在于真诚和体贴，要根据对方的具体情况和关系选择合适的表达方式。在面对悲伤的人时，应该给予他们足够的理解和支持。

拼音

biǎodá tóngqíng de guānjiàn zàiyú zhēnchéng hé tǐtiē, yào gēnjù duìfāng de jùtǐ qíngkuàng hé guānxi xuǎnzé héshì de biǎodá fāngshì. zài miàn duì bēishāng de rén shí, yīnggāi jǐyǔ tāmen zúgòu de lǐjiě hé zhīchí。

English

The key to expressing sympathy is sincerity and empathy. Choose appropriate expressions based on the specific situation and relationship with the person. When facing someone who is grieving, give them sufficient understanding and support.

Practice Tips

中文

模拟对话场景，练习不同表达方式。

与朋友或家人练习表达同情的技巧。

阅读相关书籍或文章，学习更高级的表达方式。

拼音

mòní duìhuà chǎngjǐng, liànxí bùtóng biǎodá fāngshì。

yǔ péngyou huò jiārén liànxí biǎodá tóngqíng de jìqiǎo。

yuèdú xiāngguān shūjí huò wénzhāng, xuéxí gèng gāojí de biǎodá fāngshì。

English

Simulate conversation scenarios and practice different ways of expressing sympathy.

Practice expressing sympathy with friends or family members.

Read relevant books or articles to learn more advanced expressions.