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意思
yìsi
Description
“意思”是一个很常用的词，可以指一个词或句子的含义。
"意思" is a very common word that can refer to the meaning of a word or sentence.
我们也常说“不好意思”，用来表示抱歉或有点难为情。
We also often say "不好意思" to express apology or slight embarrassment.
Meanings
意思yìsi
meaning; sense of a word or statement
这个词是什么意思？
What does this word mean?
意思yìsi
idea; opinion; what someone intends
我不太明白你的意思。
I don't quite understand what you mean.
有意思yǒu yìsi
interesting; fun
这本书很有意思。
This book is very interesting.
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Notes
- Nuance
“不好意思” means both “excuse me/sorry” and “embarrassed”, very common in daily speech.
- Etymology
意 (idea, intention) + 思 (think), literally the thought or intent behind something.
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