本音と建前
Expression- 1one's true feelings and one's official stance (which may be at odds) ; one's real motive and one's stated reason Translated by Jiyomi
Other writings and readings
本音と建て前ホンネとタテマエ
expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.) · noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
JMdict entry 2842705. Source and licence.