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March 24, 2026
热情(熱情)rèqíng(re4qing2)
热情 (rèqíng) refers to a warm and enthusiastic disposition towards people or activities. It is often used in contexts where one shows eagerness or passion, such as in hospitality, friendship, or during events. This word encapsulates a sense of inviting warmth and spirited engagement.
Strokes21Frequency#2303DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 热情 is a valued trait, especially in hospitality. It reflects the cultural importance of being welcoming and friendly, often seen in how hosts treat their guests during meals or gatherings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a fiery sun (热) shining down on a lively party filled with people who are expressing their passion (情) for life. The heat from the sun represents '热' (rè), while the joyful interactions embody '情' (qíng), helping you remember that 热情 means both warmth and enthusiasm.
Meanings of 热情
rèqíng(re4qing2)
1cordial
2enthusiastic
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About 热情
热情Simplified
熱情Traditional
21Strokes
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名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
#2303Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
热心 (rèxīn) vs 热情 (rèqíng): use 热心 when emphasizing a willing and helpful attitude, while 热情 focuses more on enthusiasm and warmth.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 热情; the first character (热) uses the fourth tone, and the second character (情) uses the second tone. It's often used in both formal and informal contexts, but is particularly common in social situations. A common collocation is 热情款待 (rèqíng kuǎndài), meaning 'to warmly entertain'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 3 word, 热情 connects well with other descriptive terms, such as 好 (hǎo, good) and 开心 (kāixīn, happy). Students should focus on using it in sentences to describe how they feel about activities or people, enhancing their conversational skills.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 热情 with 冷漠 (lěngmò, indifference). For instance, saying '我很冷漠' (I am very 热情) is incorrect. Instead, you should say '我很热情' to correctly express enthusiasm.
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热情 (rèqíng) refers to a warm and enthusiastic disposition towards people or activities. It is often used in contexts where one shows eagerness or passion, such as in hospitality, friendship, or during events. This word encapsulates a sense of inviting warmth and spirited engagement.
When to use 热情
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 热情; the first character (热) uses the fourth tone, and the second character (情) uses the second tone. It's often used in both formal and informal contexts, but is particularly common in social situations. A common collocation is 热情款待 (rèqíng kuǎndài), meaning 'to warmly entertain'.
热情 or something close to it
热心 (rèxīn) vs 热情 (rèqíng): use 热心 when emphasizing a willing and helpful attitude, while 热情 focuses more on enthusiasm and warmth.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 热情 with 冷漠 (lěngmò, indifference). For instance, saying '我很冷漠' (I am very 热情) is incorrect. Instead, you should say '我很热情' to correctly express enthusiasm.
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Grammar Patterns of 热情
热情 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 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.
