内心
ないしん · naishin
Inner thoughts, real intention, inmost heart, one's mind
- at heart, deep down, on the inside
- inner center (centre)
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What does 内心 mean?
Inner thoughts, real intention, inmost heart, one's mind. It can also mean: at heart, deep down, on the inside; inner center (centre).
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ないしん (naishin). Pitch accent: heiban — flat. Press Listen above to hear it.
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JLPT N1 — advanced. See the JLPT N1 guide.
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