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March 24, 2026
靚jìng(jing4)
The character 靚 (jìng) primarily means 'pretty' or 'beautiful,' often used to describe someone's appearance. It can also refer to applying makeup or adornment, highlighting its connection to beauty and presentation. This character is commonly used in informal contexts when complimenting someone's looks.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, physical appearance is often emphasized, and using words like 靚 to compliment someone's looks is common in social interactions. This reflects the cultural value placed on beauty and first impressions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a beautiful 'jingling' ornament that sparkles and catches your eye. The character 靚 has a 'j' sound like 'jing' and includes components that suggest beauty and adornment, helping you to remember its association with looking good.
Meanings of 靚
jìng(jing4)
1ornament; pretty; to apply make-up
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靚Simplified
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Quick Contrast
靓 (jìng) vs 美 (měi) — use 靓 for informal compliments on appearance, while 美 is more formal and can describe both people and things.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a beautiful 'jingling' ornament that sparkles and catches your eye. The character 靚 has a 'j' sound like 'jing' and includes components that suggest beauty and adornment, helping you to remember its association with looking good.
Usage Notes
While 靚 is often used informally, it is important to be mindful of the tone and context. Common collocations include 靚女 (jìng nǚ) meaning 'pretty girl' and 靚聲 (jìng shēng) meaning 'beautiful voice.' Be cautious with the pronunciation to avoid confusion with similar sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
Though 靚 is not included in the HSK curriculum, it connects with HSK Level 2 vocabulary related to appearance and adjectives. Students should focus on the character's radicals to grasp its meaning related to beauty.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, physical appearance is often emphasized, and using words like 靚 to compliment someone's looks is common in social interactions. This reflects the cultural value placed on beauty and first impressions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 靚 with 漂亮. For instance, saying 她靚 (tā jìng) is common, but using 漂亮 (piàoliang) would be more appropriate in formal situations. Ensure you choose the right term based on the context.
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Cultural Notes for 靚
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, physical appearance is often emphasized, and using words like 靚 to compliment someone's looks is common in social interactions. This reflects the cultural value placed on beauty and first impressions.
Word Family of 靚
Words Containing This Character4
靓jìngto dress靚
靓女(dialect) pretty girl靚女
靓仔handsome young man靚仔
靓妆to make up靚妝
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 靚
You can say 她真靚 (tā zhēn jìng) which means 'She is really pretty.'.
No, while it is often used for women, it can also be used to describe men or objects that are aesthetically pleasing.
靚 is more informal and often used in colloquial speech, while 漂亮 (piàoliang) is more commonly used in formal contexts.
