恐
怖

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The word "恐怖" is formed by combining two characters, each meaning fear. "恐" consists of "巩" (originally contributing sound) and "心" (heart/mind), indicating psychological fear. "怖" consists of "布" (primarily for sound) and "忄" (heart/mind), denoting alarming emotion. Together, they create a compound where both components reinforce the concept of intense fear or terror.

Example Sentences Hide

这部电影很恐怖。

zhe4 bu4 dian4 ying3 hen3 kong3 bu4.

This movie is very scary.

恐怖电影让我睡不着。

kong3 bu4 dian4 ying3 rang4 wo3 shui4 bu5 zhao2.

Horror movies make me unable to sleep.

他讲了一个恐怖的故事。

ta1 jiang3 le5 yi2 ge4 kong3 bu4 de5 gu4 shi4.

He told a scary story.

那次恐怖袭击事件令人难忘。

na4 ci4 kong3 bu4 xi2 ji1 shi4 jian4 ling4 ren2 nan2 wang4.

That terrorist attack incident is unforgettable.

面对恐怖时，保持冷静很重要。

mian4 dui4 kong3 bu4 shi2, bao3 chi2 leng3 jing4 hen3 zhong4 yao4.

When facing terror, staying calm is important.

Word Definition - 恐怖

kǒng bù terrible; frightful; frightening; terror; terrorist

Individual Character Details

恐 kǒng
怖 bù