操心

操心 means to worry about something or to take care of it. It is often used to describe concern for someone or something, especially in a caring or protective way.

The character 操 (cāo) originally meant to handle or manage, while 心 (xīn) means heart or mind. Together, they suggest the mental effort of worrying or caring for something deeply.

操心 is commonly used in daily conversations to express concern for family, work, or personal matters. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or emotional investment in a situation.