quán全wholexīn心heartquán全wholeyì意intention
With all one's heart and soul; wholeheartedly; devotedly.
Literal meaning
whole (全) — heart (心) — whole (全) — intention (意)
Origin
A classical four-character phrase emphasizing sincerity and dedication.
Examples
Tā quánxīn-quányì de ài zhe tā de háizi.她全心全意地爱着她的孩子。
She loves her children with all her heart and soul.
Tā quánxīn-quányì de tóurù dào gōngzuò zhōng.他全心全意地投入到工作中。
He devoted himself wholeheartedly to his work.
Usage & nuances
Emphasizes sincerity and dedication.
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