adjective HSK 5
peaceful · mild · gentle · moderate
Meaning
平和 describes a calm, gentle, and harmonious state without extremes or conflicts. It can refer to a person's temperament, a tone of voice, an atmosphere, or even a situation. The word emphasizes balance and the absence of aggression or tension.
Usage
平和 is commonly used to describe someone's personality (平和的性格), manner of speaking (平和的语气), or a peaceful environment. It's more formal and literary than 温和, though they overlap in meaning. Often used in written Chinese and formal speech to describe moderate, balanced attitudes or conditions.
Examples
- 01他说话的语气很平和，让人感到很舒服。, .His tone of voice is very gentle, making people feel comfortable.
- 02保持平和的心态对健康很重要。.Maintaining a peaceful mindset is very important for health.
Characters
Common collocations
- 平和的心态peaceful mindset
- 语气平和gentle tone
- 性格平和mild temperament
- 态度平和moderate attitude
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to peace and balance. 平 originally depicted a level surface, extended to mean 'peaceful' or 'calm.' 和 represents harmony and accord. Together they emphasize a state of balanced tranquility.