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    Expressing an encounter or misfortune with 遭遇 (zāoyù)

    Actions & Events
    Existence & Possession

    Structure

    Subject + 遭遇 + Object

    Explanation

    The word 遭遇 (zāoyù) can function as both a verb meaning "to encounter" and a noun meaning "misfortune" or "bitter experience." As a verb, it typically introduces negative or unexpected events. As a noun, it refers to the unfortunate experience itself.

    Examples

    • 她把自己的不幸遭遇写成了一本书。

      Tā bǎ zìjǐ de bùxìng zāoyù xiěchéng le yī běn shū.

      She wrote a book about her unfortunate experiences.

    • 我们在旅途中遭遇了一场暴风雨。

      Wǒmen zài lǚtú zhōng zāoyù le yī chǎng bàofēngyǔ.

      We encountered a storm during our journey.

    • 听说了他的遭遇，大家都非常同情他。

      Tīngshuō le tā de zāoyù, dàjiā dōu fēicháng tóngqíng tā.

      After hearing about his ordeal, everyone felt great sympathy for him.

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