- 词不达意 cíbùdáyì words fail to convey meaningWords or language used are unable to accurately express one's intended thoughts or feelings; poorly expressed or inarticulate.
- 辞不达意 cíbùdáyì unable to express oneselfWords fail to convey one's thoughts; one's writing or speech is poorly expressed or clumsy.
- 表情达意 biǎoqíngdáyì express thoughts and feelingsto convey one's inner sentiments and ideas through words or actions