No. 5,701 in Chinese
原意
Original meaning.
In a sentence
他误解了我的原意。
He misunderstood my original meaning.
In this sentence, '原意' refers to the original intention or meaning that the speaker had in mind, emphasizing that the original thought was misinterpreted.
这句话的原意是好的，但表达有些问题。
The original meaning of this sentence is positive, but there are issues with its expression.
Here, '原意' is used to denote the inherent intention or meaning of the sentence itself, suggesting that while the meaning is positive, its expression could be improved.
了解作者的原意对于正确解读文章非常重要。
Understanding the author's original intent is crucial for correctly interpreting the article.
In this instance, '原意' signifies the foundational meaning or intent the author wishes to convey, stressing the importance of grasping the intended message for accurate interpretation.
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