陷入

陷入 means 'to become involved' or 'to be caught in' a situation, often implying a negative or difficult condition. It is commonly used to describe being trapped in a problem, emotion, or circumstance.

The character 陷 (xiàn) originally meant 'to sink' or 'to depress,' while 入 (rù) means 'to enter' or 'to go into.' Together, they convey the idea of sinking or being drawn into something, often metaphorically.

陷入 is frequently used in contexts like emotional struggles, financial problems, or social dilemmas. It is often paired with other words to specify the nature of the situation, such as 陷入困境 (to be in a difficult situation) or 陷入爱情 (to fall in love).