会意 meaning in English
1.(会心) understanding; knowing
2.[语言学] (六书之一) associative compounds, one of the six categories of chinese characters, which are formed by combining two or more elements, each with a meaning of its own, to create a new meaning, e.g. 信, a character made up of 人 (man) and 言 (word), meaning a message or sth. that can be believed or trusted
Examples
- He would have looked significantly at charlie .
他一定会意味深长地看看查理。 - He gave me a knowing look .
他对我使了一个会意的眼色。 - Kelsey nodded comprehendingly .
凯尔西会意地点点头。 - "high!" said andy, with an air of instant appreciation .
“噢!”安第立即会意地答道。 - She flushed in comprehension .
她会意地脸红了。