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实在
shízài
Description
"实在"常常用来说"真的"或者"确实",表示很真诚的意思。
"实在" is often used to mean "really" or "indeed," expressing sincerity.
它也可以形容一个人很老实、很可靠。
It can also describe a person as honest and reliable.
Meanings
实在shízài
really; truly; indeed
我实在太累了,想休息一下。
I'm really tired and want to take a break.
实在shízài
honest; dependable; down-to-earth
他是个很实在的人。
He is a very honest person.
实在shízai
solid; well-made; substantial
这个东西做得很实在。
This thing is made very solidly.
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Notes
- Etymology
实 (real/solid) + 在 (exist/be), literally "really existing", extended to "truly" and "genuine".
- Nuance
as adverb (really) it stresses honesty of the speaker's feeling, often before negatives or extremes.
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