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背后

bèihòu

Description

“背后”是指一个人或东西的后面。

"背后" refers to the back of a person or thing.

它也常常用来说一件事情看不见的原因或秘密。

It is also often used to talk about the unseen reason or secret behind something.

Meanings

背后bèihòu

behind; at the back of something

他站在我背后。

He is standing behind me.

背后bèihòu

behind the scenes; hidden reason

这件事背后有很多故事。

There are many stories behind this matter.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    背 (back) + 后 (behind), literally 'behind the back'.

  • Nuance

    unlike 后面, 背后 often implies something hidden or done secretly.

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