深切 shēnqiè deeply felt
deeply felt; heartfelt; sincere; honest
How to remember 深切: 深 deep + 切 cut = deeply felt.
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How it is used
- Means deep and heartfelt (of feelings) - 深切的关怀 (shēnqiè de guānhuái) deep, heartfelt care; 深切哀悼 (deep condolences).
- Formal register, often in condolences and expressions of concern or sympathy.
- Contrast 深刻 (shēnkè, profound/deep impression, intellectual); 深切 is about the depth of emotion/sincerity.