cim4 ji3 sik1潛意識潜意识
Jyutpingcim4 ji3 sik1
Yalechìhm yi sīk
Definition
Subconscious; subconsciousness.
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How it's used
Refers to thoughts or feelings that influence behavior without the person being fully aware of them. It is often used in psychological contexts or when analyzing someone's hidden motives or habits. Unlike formal academic writing, in casual speech, it is frequently used to explain why someone did something they cannot logically justify.
Examples
This is a thought from my subconscious.
Do you subconsciously think he is very troublesome?
Related words
Common phrases
in the subconscious
subconsciously feel
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