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本质
běnzhì
Description
本质是指一个东西最重要、最真实的部分，不是外表看到的样子。
本质 refers to the most important and true part of something, not just its outward appearance.
我们常说要看清事情的本质，而不只是看表面。
We often say we should understand the 本质 of things, not just their surface.
Meanings
本质běnzhì
essence; true nature; essential quality
我们要看问题的本质。
We need to look at the essence of the problem.
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Notes
- Etymology
本 (root/origin) + 质 (quality/nature), together meaning the fundamental nature of something.
- Nuance
本质 stresses inner true nature versus 表面 (surface) and 现象 (phenomenon).
In videos
“但是它本质上还是大家都在补课”
“因为大多数人本质上还是喜欢拿着杆子去拍”
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