Definition
心烦意乱 is a four-character idiom (成语) that describes a state of being extremely upset, anxious, and unable to think clearly. Literally, it means 'heart vexed, mind chaotic.' It is often used when someone is troubled by problems or worries, leading to mental agitation.
f.e.
to be terribly upset and confusedto be agitated and anxious
Examples
- ，心烦意乱。Tā zuìjìn gōngzuò yālì hěn dà, zhěngtiān xīn fán yì luàn.He has been under a lot of work pressure lately, feeling terribly upset all day.
- ，心烦意乱，。Tīngdào zhège xiāoxi hòu, tā xīn fán yì luàn, bù zhīdào gāi zěnme bàn.After hearing this news, she became confused and worried, not knowing what to do.
- 心烦意乱，。Kǎoshì shībài ràng tā xīn fán yì luàn, lián fàn dōu chī bú xià.Failing the exam made him terribly upset; he couldn't even eat.
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