深仇大恨

shēn chóu dà hènidiom
deep-seated hatred or grudge

他们之间有深仇大恨,已经多年不和解。

They have a deep-seated hatred between them and have not reconciled for years.


What It Really Means
A profound and enduring hatred or grudge, often with historical or personal roots.
Literal Meaning
Deep grudge and great hatred
Literal Breakdown
深仇deep grudge+大恨great hatred
Mental Image
The mental image of a deep, unyielding hatred that has been carried over time, often with historical significance.
When to Use
In a historical novel, describing the long-standing feud between two rival families.
Cultural Note
This idiom reflects the Chinese cultural emphasis on the enduring nature of certain conflicts and the importance of reconciliation.
literary

A profound and long-lasting hatred or grudge, often stemming from historical or personal conflicts.

这场战争的起因是两国之间的深仇大恨。

The cause of this war was the deep-seated hatred between the two countries.

This idiom is often used to describe intense, long-standing animosity between individuals or groups.

Collocations

结下深仇大恨to harbor a deep grudge化解深仇大恨to resolve a deep-seated hatred

Related Phrases

不共戴天idiom
implacable hatred
积怨phrase
accumulated resentment

Pro Tip

Usage Context

Use this idiom to describe intense, long-standing hatred, often in historical or literary contexts.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

This idiom is strong and should be used sparingly to maintain its impact.

Word Origin

The idiom originates from historical and literary contexts, often describing intense, long-standing conflicts.

Usage Notes

This idiom is typically used in formal or literary contexts to describe profound and enduring hatred.

Word Breakdown

深仇
deep grudge
root
+
大恨
great hatred
root
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