📖 Meaning
An expression describing deep and sincere feelings of affection and friendship toward someone. It conveys a sense of heartfelt warmth, genuine care, and lasting emotional connection that goes beyond superficial politeness.
📜 Origin Story
This idiom originates from the Ming Dynasty novel 'Hao Qiu Zhuan' (《好逑传》, 'The Story of a Good Match') by Mingjiao Zhongren (名教中人). In the story, the protagonist Tie Gongzi (铁公子) initially intended to leave but was moved by the host's deep sincerity and earnest hospitality. Overcome by the genuine warmth shown to him, he relented and sat down. The phrase later crystallized into a set idiom denoting profound affection and heartfelt goodwill.
💡 Example Usage
朋友们的深情厚意，让我在异乡也感到温暖。
The deep affection of my friends made me feel warmth even in a foreign land.
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🔤 Quick Facts
- Chinese: 深情厚意
- Pinyin: shēn qíng hòu yì
- Literal Translation: deep, affection, profound, regard
- Category: Emotion
- Characters: 4