意
meaning; wish; intention; expect
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesnoun
meaning; sense; significance
Used to refer to the meaning or significance of words, language, or symbols.
This word has several meanings.
I don't understand the meaning of what he said.
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His words have profound meaning.
I use this word in this sense.
noun
wish; desire; intention; will
Refers to one's wishes, desires, or intentions.
His wish is to become a doctor.
I fully respect your wishes.
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He came to China this time with no other intentions.
We should act according to our own will.
I appreciate his good intentions.
verb
expect; anticipate; intend
Used to express expectation or anticipation of something happening.
This matter was beyond my expectation.
His success was within expectations.
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I anticipated that he would come.
We unexpectedly met an old friend.
He did this intentionally.
proper noun
Yi (surname)
Used as a Chinese family name.
His surname is Yi, and his name is Yi Ming.
Mr. Yi is my teacher.
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There are three people in the Yi family.
I know a friend whose surname is Yi.
The surname Yi is not very common in China.