Definition
骨子里 is an idiomatic noun phrase used as an adverbial, meaning 'deep down' or 'in one's heart of hearts'. It refers to a person's innate character or true feelings, often contrasting with their outward behavior or stated opinions. It is commonly used to suggest that someone's real nature or intention is different from what they show.
n.
deep downat heartin one's innermost feelings
Examples
- ，骨子里。Tā biǎomiàn shàng hěn kèqi, gǔ zi lǐ què kàn bu qǐ biérén.He is polite on the surface, but deep down he looks down on others.
- ，骨子里。Suīrán tā méi shuō, dàn gǔ zi lǐ lǐ tā bìng bú zàntóng zhège jìhuà.Although she didn't say it, deep down she didn't agree with this plan.
- 骨子里。Wǒ gǔ zi lǐ lǐ yìzhí bù xiāngxìn tā huì zuò chū zhè zhǒng shì.Deep down I never believed he would do such a thing.
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