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March 24, 2026
甯níng(ning2)
The character 甯 (níng) means 'peaceful' or 'tranquil.' It is often used to describe a calm atmosphere or a peaceful state of mind. In contexts like literature or conversation, it conveys a sense of harmony and serenity.
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Cultural Note
The notion of peace is deeply embedded in Chinese culture, often linked to traditional philosophies like Daoism, which emphasizes harmony with nature. The character can be seen in names of peaceful places or used in poetry to evoke tranquility.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tranquil river (the radical '女' suggests femininity and gentleness) flowing peacefully alongside a quiet village, where everyone is content and at peace. The sound 'níng' can be remembered as the soothing sound of the river's gentle flow.
Meanings of 甯
níng(ning2)
1peaceful
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Quick Contrast
宁 (níng) vs 安 (ān) — use 甯 (níng) for a more literary or poetic sense of tranquility, while 安 (ān) suggests safety or security.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tranquil river (the radical '女' suggests femininity and gentleness) flowing peacefully alongside a quiet village, where everyone is content and at peace. The sound 'níng' can be remembered as the soothing sound of the river's gentle flow.
Usage Notes
While 甯 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it can appear in more formal contexts or literary works. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; pronunciation is key. It often collocates with words related to peace or calmness.
HSK Study Tips
Since 甯 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, focus on related words that describe peacefulness, such as 安静 (ānjìng, quiet) or 和平 (hépíng, peace). Understanding the nuances between these words will enhance your vocabulary.
Cultural Note
The notion of peace is deeply embedded in Chinese culture, often linked to traditional philosophies like Daoism, which emphasizes harmony with nature. The character can be seen in names of peaceful places or used in poetry to evoke tranquility.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 甯 with 安 (ān), which also relates to peace but has different nuances. For example, saying '我想要安' (wǒ xiǎng yào ān) instead of '我想要宁静' (wǒ xiǎng yào níngjìng) can convey a different meaning.
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六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声å—)~80-90% of characters
Explanation
Simplified form of 寧. Phonosemantic compound. 丁 represents the sound and the other components represent the meaning. The traditional component 心 was removed for simplification. The traditional component 皿 was removed for simplification.
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Cultural Notes for 甯
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The notion of peace is deeply embedded in Chinese culture, often linked to traditional philosophies like Daoism, which emphasizes harmony with nature. The character can be seen in names of peaceful places or used in poetry to evoke tranquility.
Word Family of 甯
Words Containing This Character20
宁愿nìngyuànbetter寧願
宁níngto prefer寧
宁可nìngkěpreferably寧可
宁静níngjìngtranquil寧靜
安宁ānníngpeaceful安寧
辽宁Liaoning province in northeast China, short name 遼|辽[Liáo], capital Shenyang 瀋陽|沈阳[Shěnyáng]遼寧
宁波Ningbo subprovincial city in Zhejiang寧波
南宁Nanning prefecture level city and capital of Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region in south China 廣西壯族自治區|广西壮族自治区南寧
列宁Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1870-1924), Russian revolutionary leader列寧
宁夏Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, abbr. 寧|宁[Níng], capital Yinchuan 銀川|银川[Yínchuān]寧夏
辽宁省Liaoning province in northeast China, short name 遼|辽[Liáo], capital Shenyang 瀋陽|沈阳[Shěnyáng]遼寧省
心神不宁to feel ill at ease心神不寧
海宁Haining county level city in Jiaxing 嘉興|嘉兴[Jiāxīng], Zhejiang海寧
南宁市Nanning prefecture level city and capital of Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region 廣西壯族自治區|广西壮族自治区[GuǎngxīZhuàngzúZìzhìqū] in south China南寧市
李宁Li Ning (1963-), PRC gymnast, winner of three gold medals at Los Angeles 1984 Olympic games李寧
西宁Xining prefecture level city and capital of Qinghai province 青海省[Qīnghǎishěng] in west China西寧
宁波市Ningbo subprovincial city in Zhejiang寧波市
张怡宁Zhang Yining (1981-), PRC female table tennis player and Olympic gold medalist張怡寧
唐宁街Downing Street (London)唐寧街
江宁Jiangning district of Nanjing City 南京市 in Jiangsu 江蘇|江苏江寧
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Frequently Asked Questions about 甯
No, 甯 is more often found in written language, especially in formal or literary contexts.
It is pronounced as 'níng' with a rising tone, similar to the word for 'peace' 和平 (hépíng).
It's rare in casual conversation, but understanding it can enrich your comprehension of literature and formal texts.
