WORD DETAIL
以心伝心
いしんでんしん
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure: Written
以心伝心and readいしんでんしん, it means mutual understanding achieved without explicit words. - Basic usage: It fits close companions recognizing intent from a glance.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Not mind reading
- The expression refers to tacit understanding built through connection and experience.

