无意

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"无意" means "unintentional" or "without intention." It is often used to express that an action or statement was not done deliberately or with a specific purpose. It can describe accidental discoveries, unintended offenses, or spontaneous changes of mind.

Common Collocations

  • 无意 (wúyì zhōng): accidentally, by chance
  • 无意冒犯 (wúyì màofàn): unintentionally offend
  • 无意之间 (wúyì zhī jiān): unintentionally, without realizing

Usage Notes

When using "无意," speakers often want to soften the impact of their words or actions, indicating no harmful intent. It is common in apologies or explanations. Unlike "故意" (deliberate), "无意" emphasizes lack of intention.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse "无意" with "无意" (no willingness) or "无意" (meaningless). "无意" specifically relates to intention behind actions or thoughts.

Example Sentences

I didn't mean to offend you, I just wanted to express my opinion.

He accidentally discovered this secret.

Unintentionally, she changed her mind.