无动于衷

उच्चारण: wú dòng yú zhōng शाब्दिक अर्थ: No movement in the heart

मूल और उपयोग

This idiom describes having no (无) movement (动) within (于) one's heart (衷). The character 衷 specifically refers to the innermost feelings. The phrase can describe either admirable composure and self-control or, more negatively, cold indifference to situations that should evoke response. Context determines whether the lack of emotional reaction is praised or criticized. Modern usage often describes apathy or indifference, though it can also describe appropriate emotional restraint in certain contexts.

उदाहरण

अंग्रेज़ी: "He remained unmoved by all the emotional appeals."

चीनी: 面对所有情感诉求，他无动于衷。