empathic — showing the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈempəθɪk/
Korean meaning: 다른 사람의 감정을 이해하고 공감할 수 있는
Korean pronunciation: **엠**퍼씩
Example Sentences
- My empathic coworker always knows when I need chocolate... or a vacation.
- The therapist's empathic approach helped the patient feel understood.
- Being empathic is great, but sometimes I wish I couldn't feel everyone's Monday blues.
empathic
ADJECTIVE//ˈempəθɪk//
showing the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person
a young woman sits beside an elderly man who holds his head in his hands looking deeply sad. She gently places her hand on his shoulder while leaning toward him with a caring expression. The man begins to look up as he feels her comforting presence beside him. Her facial expression mirrors his concern and worry, showing she truly understands his pain. Other visitors in the background notice the tender moment of connection. the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person
An empathic touch heals the athletic spirit in aesthetic harmony!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
그리스어 'empatheia'에서 유래되었습니다. 'em(안으로)' + 'pathos(감정, 고통)'의 조합으로, 말 그대로 '타인의 감정 안으로 들어가는' 의미를 담고 있습니다.
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📝Examples
“My empathic coworker always knows when I need chocolate... or a vacation.”
“The therapist's empathic approach helped the patient feel understood.”
“Being empathic is great, but sometimes I wish I couldn't feel everyone's Monday blues.”
“Good customer service requires empathic skills and genuine care.”
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