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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#14657DifficultyEasy
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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Quick Contrast
晴 (qíng) vs 阴 (yīn) — use 晴 for clear weather, while 阴 indicates overcast conditions.
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.
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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晴 = 日 + 青. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 晴
IDS Structure⿰日青
晴Full character
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日Ri4
left
青Qing1
right
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Parts
Which of these is part of 晴?
How to say clear in Chinese
“clear” in Chinese is晴qíng
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.
When to use 晴
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.
晴 or something close to it
晴 (qíng) vs 阴 (yīn) — use 晴 for clear weather, while 阴 indicates overcast conditions.
What learners get wrong
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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晴
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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.
