Common Meanings
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ní倪
Clue; inkling; first sign; the beginning or edge of something, as in '端倪' (duān ní) meaning 'clue' or 'hint'.
从他慌张的眼神中，我似乎看出了一些端倪。
From his flustered eyes, I seemed to see some clues.
Refers to a weak or small child, or more broadly, the young. It is often used in the compound 'máo ní' (旄倪), meaning 'the old and the young'.
这座游乐场的设计，充分考虑了旄倪的需求。
The design of this amusement park fully considered the needs of both the elderly and the young.
Natural boundary or distinction, often referring to the subtle, inherent divisions in nature, as found in the classical term '天倪' (tiān ní).
大自然的奥秘在于其微妙的天倪，区分万物
The mystery of nature lies in its subtle natural distinctions, which differentiate all things.
Refers to a subtle sign or hint of arrogance or haughtiness, often implying a fall into such a state (as in '堕倪').
他得意时，言语间总会流露出一点倪。
When he gets complacent, a hint of arrogance always shows in his words.