刿, pronounced "guì", is a Chinese character that, in ancient Chinese, mainly means "stab" or "cut".
This word first appeared in the Shuowen Jie Zi to describe the shape of wounds caused by sharp objects such as knives. In ancient texts, it was also often used to describe the trauma of war, or to use figuratively sharp and caustic words.
"刿目怵心" is an idiom that uses the word 刿 to describe a strong visual and psychological impact. The idiom literally means "the eye is stung, the heart is shaken".
It is usually used to describe a shocking and shocking scene or event, such as a brutal war scene, a tragic social phenomenon, etc.
This idiom is often used in literary works to enhance emotional expression, so that the reader or listener can feel the strong emotion that the author wants to convey more deeply.
In addition, the term "" can also be used to describe certain works of art, especially those that depict tragic or painful themes, because they can touch people's hearts and resonate strongly through vivid images and deep meanings.
In general, the character 刿 and the idiom "刿目怵心" carry strong emotions and profound connotations, and they play an important role in the Chinese language, enriching our language expression and emotional communication.