深入骨髓

shēnrù-gǔsuǐ

idiom

Meanings

1 to penetrate to the marrow
2 deeply ingrained; to the core

Characters

Examples

HSK 3

这种观念在民间深入骨髓。

Zhèzhǒng guānniàn zài mínjiān shēnrù-gǔsuǐ.

This notion is deeply ingrained in popular culture.

HSK 7-9

他对那件事的怨恨已经深入骨髓。

Tā duì nà jiàn shì de yuànhèn yǐjīng shēnrù-gǔsuǐ.

His resentment over that incident has seeped into his bones.

Tips

usage

Used for feelings (hatred, fear, love) or beliefs that run as deep as possible. Often pairs with negative emotions like 仇恨 or 恐惧.

Stroke Order

深 shēn

入 rù

骨 gǔ

髓 suǐ