HSK 2, v, 12 strokes, radical 日, rank #14657, Medium
晴
qíng
fine (weather)
HSK 2, v, 12 strokes, radical 日, rank #14657, Medium
晴
qíng
clear weather, fine weather
HSK 2, v, 12 strokes, radical 日, rank #14657, Medium
qíng(qing2) T2
1clear
2fine (weather)
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March 24, 2026
晴qíng(qing2)
The character 晴 (qíng) refers to clear or fine weather, commonly used to describe sunny days. It is often seen in weather forecasts and daily conversations about the weather, emphasizing pleasant conditions.
Strokes12Radical日Frequency#14657DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, clear weather is often associated with good fortune and happiness, making it a common topic in social interactions. Celebrations and festivals are frequently planned on sunny days to ensure a joyful atmosphere.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bright sun shining in a clear blue sky. The character 晴 has the sun (日) above the blue sky (青), symbolizing clear weather. Think of the pronunciation 'qíng' as the sound of a cheerful greeting on a sunny day.
Meanings of 晴
qíng(qing2)
1clear
2fine (weather)
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About 晴
晴Simplified
12Strokes
日Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#14657Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L2HSK 3.0L2ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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AI Study Notes for 晴
Quick Contrast
晴 (qíng) vs 阴 (yīn) — use 晴 for clear weather, while 阴 indicates overcast conditions.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bright sun shining in a clear blue sky. The character 晴 has the sun (日) above the blue sky (青), symbolizing clear weather. Think of the pronunciation 'qíng' as the sound of a cheerful greeting on a sunny day.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 晴 with other weather-related terms. It's important to remember that 晴 specifically denotes clear weather, while 阴 (yīn) means overcast. Use 晴 in both formal and informal contexts, such as discussing weather forecasts or planning outdoor activities.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 2 word, 晴 connects to other weather-related terms like 雨 (yǔ, rain) and 风 (fēng, wind). Focus on using 晴 in sentences to describe the weather, enhancing your ability to discuss daily life and plans.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, clear weather is often associated with good fortune and happiness, making it a common topic in social interactions. Celebrations and festivals are frequently planned on sunny days to ensure a joyful atmosphere.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is to use 晴 inappropriately to describe cloudy or rainy weather, such as saying '今天是晴天' when it is actually raining. Always check the weather before using this term.
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Grammar Patterns of 晴
晴 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Weather means day or night, brightness , temperature and seasonal changes.
Cultural Notes for 晴
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, clear weather is often associated with good fortune and happiness, making it a common topic in social interactions. Celebrations and festivals are frequently planned on sunny days to ensure a joyful atmosphere.
Word Family of 晴
Words Containing This Character11
晴qíngclear
晴朗qínglǎngsunny and cloudless
晴天qíngtiānclear sky
放晴(of weather) to clear up
晴天霹雳thunder from a clear sky (idiom); a bolt from the blue晴天霹靂
晴雨表barometer
雨过天晴sky clears after rain雨過天晴
晴空万里a clear and boundless sky晴空萬里
晴好bright and sunny weather
晴隆县Qinglong county in Qianxinan Buyei and Miao autonomous prefecture 黔西南州[Qiánxīnánzhōu], Guizhou晴隆縣
晴隆Qinglong county in Qianxinan Buyei and Miao autonomous prefecture 黔西南州[Qiánxīnánzhōu], Guizhou
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Compound Meaning
What does 晴 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 晴
You can say '今天是晴天' (jīntiān shì qíngtiān), meaning 'Today is a clear day.'
Yes, 晴 primarily refers to clear weather, but it can also describe a clear mindset or situation in a figurative sense.
The opposite of 晴 is 阴 (yīn), which means overcast or cloudy.
