他意
Meanings
1
other intention; ulterior motive; hidden purpose
Often used in negative constructions like 他意はない to deny having any hidden agenda or ill will. Can also refer to malice or ill will in certain contexts.
I don't think there is any hidden meaning in his words.
There is no ulterior motive behind that question.
Usage patterns
- 他意なく〈動詞〉to do something without any hidden motive
I just asked the question without any ulterior motive.
- 他意を持つto harbor an ulterior motive
I never thought he had such an ulterior motive.
Expressions
- 他意はないno offense intended; I don't mean anything by it