Indebted

Pronunciation:ɪnˈdɛtɪd
EN→ZH

Quick Translations

  • 欠债的
  • 感激的

Definitions

adjective

Definition

Owing money to someone as a result of borrowing.

In ZH

因为借款而欠某人钱。

Examples

  • She is indebted to the bank for the loan that helped her start her business.
  • After borrowing money from his friends, he felt indebted to them for their support.
  • They are indebted to the organization for providing them with essential resources.

Cultural Notes

In many cultures, being indebted can carry a stigma, as it may imply a lack of financial responsibility. However, it is also common in many parts of the world to borrow money for significant investments like education or housing.

adjective

Definition

Feeling gratitude or appreciation for someone's help.

In ZH

对某人的帮助感到感激或感谢。

Examples

  • I am indebted to my teacher for all the guidance she has given me.
  • He felt indebted to his mentors who helped him throughout his career.
  • The community is indebted to the volunteers for their hard work after the disaster.

Cultural Notes

Expressing a sense of indebtedness in terms of gratitude is common in many cultures, often reflecting social obligations and relationships.