Japanese

しんい
Meaning: true intention; real meaning
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

真
意

Example sentences

Exploring the true meaning behind his words.
彼の返事は不得要領で、真意が掴めなかった。
His reply was vague, and I couldn't grasp his true intent.
詩人の言葉を深く玩味することで、その真意が見えてきた。
By deeply savoring the poet's words, the true meaning began to appear.
彼は古典文学を繙き、含英咀華してその真意を探った。
He pored over classical literature, savoring its fine passages to grasp its true meaning.

Usage Notes

Refers to the actual underlying motivation or meaning that might not be obvious on the surface.

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