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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
慰劳wèiláoto show appreciation (by kind words, small gifts etc)HSK 7, unknown, 22 strokes, rank #43509, Very Hard
慰劳wèiláoto comfortHSK 7, unknown, 22 strokes, rank #43509, Very Hard
wèiláo(wei4lao2)wei lao T4
  1. 1to show appreciation (by kind words, small gifts etc)
  2. 2to comfort
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March 24, 2026

慰劳(慰勞)wèiláo(wei4lao2)

慰劳 (wei4 lao2) means to express gratitude or comfort someone, often through kind words or small gifts. It is commonly used in contexts where one acknowledges the efforts of others, such as in workplaces or during difficult times, conveying a sense of care and appreciation.

Strokes22Frequency#43509DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, expressing gratitude, especially in a workplace setting, is highly valued and often includes small tokens of appreciation, reflecting the importance of harmony and respect among colleagues.

Memory tip

Think of '慰' as a comforting blanket wrapping around '劳' (which looks like a tired person). Imagine giving a cozy blanket to a hard worker to show appreciation, making it easier to remember both the meaning of comfort and the pronunciation 'wei4'.

Meanings of 慰劳

wèiláo(wei4lao2)
1to show appreciation (by kind words, small gifts etc)
2to comfort
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About 慰劳

慰劳Simplified
慰勞Traditional
22Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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慰问 (wèiwèn) - use 慰劳 when focusing on expressing gratitude for efforts, while 慰问 emphasizes offering condolences or support during difficult times.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely. This term is more formal and is often used in professional settings rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include '慰劳奖金' (comfort bonus) and '慰劳品' (comfort items).

HSK Study Tips

While not explicitly listed in HSK levels, 慰劳 can be connected to HSK vocabulary related to emotions and work-related terms. Focus on using it in sentences that convey appreciation or comfort, as it enhances your emotional vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 慰劳 with similar words like 安慰 (ān wèi), which means to console. For example, saying '我慰劳他' (wǒ wèi láo tā) incorrectly implies you are simply comforting someone without acknowledging their efforts, while it should be used in contexts of appreciation.

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Component characters

慰wèito comfort
15 strokes心
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劳láotoil
7 strokes力
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How to say to show appreciation (by kind words, small gifts etc) in Chinese

“to show appreciation (by kind words, small gifts etc)” in Chinese is慰劳wèiláo

慰劳 (wei4 lao2) means to express gratitude or comfort someone, often through kind words or small gifts. It is commonly used in contexts where one acknowledges the efforts of others, such as in workplaces or during difficult times, conveying a sense of care and appreciation.

When to use 慰劳

Be cautious with the tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely. This term is more formal and is often used in professional settings rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include '慰劳奖金' (comfort bonus) and '慰劳品' (comfort items).

慰劳 or something close to it

慰问 (wèiwèn) - use 慰劳 when focusing on expressing gratitude for efforts, while 慰问 emphasizes offering condolences or support during difficult times.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 慰劳 with similar words like 安慰 (ān wèi), which means to console. For example, saying '我慰劳他' (wǒ wèi láo tā) incorrectly implies you are simply comforting someone without acknowledging their efforts, while it should be used in contexts of appreciation.

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It's best used in formal or professional contexts, as it conveys a deeper level of appreciation.

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