Definition
困境 (kùnjìng) refers to a difficult or problematic situation, often with a sense of being stuck or trapped. It is more specific than 处境 (chǔjìng), which is a neutral 'situation,' and less about long-term hardship than 逆境 (nìjìng 'adversity'). Use 困境 for a concrete predicament or dilemma.
noun
difficult situationpredicament
Examples
- 困境。Gōngsī xiànrù le yánzhòng de kùn jìng.The company has fallen into a serious predicament.
- 困境，。Jǐnguǎn shēnchǔ kùn jìng, tā yīrán bǎochí lèguān.Even though she is in a difficult situation, she remains optimistic.
- 困境。Zǒuchū kùn jìng xūyào zhìhuì hé yǒngqì.Getting out of a predicament requires wisdom and courage.
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