心声 (xīn shēng) — inner voice; heartfelt thoughts and feelings
Definition
Literary ‘inner voice’ — the heartfelt feelings someone truly wants to express. 心底 is the same idea (‘deep down’) but more about hidden feelings than outward expression; 情怀 adds nostalgic or idealistic sentiment.
noun
inner voiceheartfelt thoughts and feelings
Easily confused
Examples
- 心声。Zhè shǒu gē biǎo dá le tā de xīn shēng.This song expresses his inner voice.
- 心声。Nǐ de xīn shēng wǒ yǐ jīng tīng dào le.I've already heard your true feelings.
- 心声。Shuō chū xīn shēng bìng bù róng yì.Speaking one's heart is not easy.
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