心里
xīnlǐTraditional: 心裡
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Translation
in one's heart, in the mind
Word origin
A combination of 心 (xīn, heart) and the locative 里 (lǐ, inside), meaning within the heart or mind. The simplified 里 covers the traditional 裡 in this use.
- Origin
- compound
- Root
- 心 (xīn, heart) + 里 (lǐ, inside)
Stroke order
心
里
Examples
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He feels very sad inside.
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In my heart I know what to do.
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I have kept this matter in my heart all along.
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She felt an unspeakable joy inside.
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What are you thinking deep down?
心里 (xīn lǐ) means in one's heart or in the mind. It is used for inner thoughts and feelings.
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