English–Chinese
“melancholy” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinchóu chàng
Example
最近他总是看起来很惆怅。zuì jìn tā zǒng shì kàn qǐ lái hěn chóu chàng
Lately, he always looks melancholy.
How to say “melancholy” in Chinese
“Melancholy” in Chinese is 惆怅 (chóu chàng).
A quiet sadness that lingers in the heart, often colored by longing or resignation.
Example sentences with 惆怅
他眼神里透着惆怅。tā yǎn shén lǐ tòu zhe chóu chàng
His eyes showed melancholy.
Tips for using 惆怅
- In everyday conversation, this word sounds literary and reflective, so it fits personal writing, songs, and thoughtful descriptions better than a quick report of a passing feeling.