tit3 sam1鐵心铁心
Jyutpingtit3 sam1
Yaletit sām
Definition
An iron core, or to be unwavering in one's determination.
- technicaliron core
- to be unwavering in one's determination; resolved
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How it's used
Expresses a sense of cold, unyielding resolve that often implies ignoring the feelings or advice of others. It carries a slightly dramatic or literary weight compared to more common phrases like 決心, making it sound more intense when used in conversation.
Examples
He is unwavering in his decision to leave, no one can persuade him otherwise.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with physical objects made of iron, as the figurative meaning is strictly about mental state or determination. It is not used to describe someone who is simply stubborn or difficult, but specifically someone who has made a final, irreversible decision.
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