心有不甘 (xīn yǒu bù gān) — Heart unwilling
Literally 'heart unwilling', it expresses a feeling of dissatisfaction or regret about something that hasn't gone as expected. It conveys lingering emotions.
Example Usage
虽然输了比赛，但我心有不甘，明年再来一次。
Although I lost the competition, I feel unwilling and will try again next year.
Cultural Context
This term emphasizes resilience and determination, often used in competitive contexts.
Category: daily-life