1. in reality;basically實際上;基本上
He seems polite, but he's dishonest at heart. 他似乎很有禮貌,但實際上是個不誠實的人。
His manners are cold, but he is at heart a kind man. 他的言談舉止有些冷淡,但實際上他心地善良。
2. deep down在內心
She has your interests at heart. 她常把你的利益放在心上。
She did not at heart want to do it. 她心裡並不想做那件事。
I am sick at heart. 我心中苦悶。