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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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