压抑 meaning and pronunciation

压抑
Simplified word
壓抑
Traditional word

压抑 English definition

yā yì
  • to constrain or repress emotions
  • oppressive
  • stifling
  • depressing
  • repression

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  • 压 (yā): to press; to push down; to keep under (control); pressure;
  • 抑 (yì): to restrain; to restrict; to keep down; or;