The word 一心 (yìxīn) means to focus wholeheartedly or with single-minded devotion on something. It often appears in contexts where someone is deeply committed or concentrating on a goal or task.
Usage
- It can describe mental focus or emotional dedication.
- Often used with verbs like 想 (to want), 做 (to do), or phrases like 一心一意 (wholeheartedly).
Common collocations
Nuance
Using 一心 emphasizes sincerity and intensity of focus, stronger than just 'focus' or 'think about'. It is positive and often used in formal or literary contexts.