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会心
huìxīn
Description
"会心"是一个书面词，意思是心里明白了，很满意，觉得高兴。
"会心" is a literary term meaning to understand clearly, feel satisfied, and be happy.
我们常常说"会心一笑"，意思是两个人不用说话就懂了对方的意思。
We often say "会心一笑", meaning two people understand each other's meaning without speaking.
Meanings
会心huìxīn
understanding in one's heart; knowing smile
他们互相看了一眼，会心一笑。
They exchanged a glance and shared a knowing smile.
会心huìxīn
heartfelt satisfaction; deeply pleased
看到孩子成功，妈妈露出会心的微笑。
Seeing the child's success, the mother showed a knowing smile.
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Notes
- Etymology
会 (to understand) + 心 (heart), literally "the heart understands."
- Nuance
Most often appears in the fixed phrase 会心一笑, a smile of mutual understanding.
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