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轻松 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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轻松
qīngsōng
light
HSK 4, a, 17 strokes, rank #1561, Medium
轻松
qīngsōng
gentle
HSK 4, a, 17 strokes, rank #1561, Medium
轻松
qīngsōng
relaxed
HSK 4, a, 17 strokes, rank #1561, Medium
轻松
qīngsōng
effortless
HSK 4, a, 17 strokes, rank #1561, Medium
轻松
qīngsōng
uncomplicated
HSK 4, a, 17 strokes, rank #1561, Medium
轻松
qīngsōng
to relax
HSK 4, a, 17 strokes, rank #1561, Medium
轻松
qīngsōng
to take things less seriously
HSK 4, a, 17 strokes, rank #1561, Medium
qīngsōng(qing1song1)qing song T1
1light
2gentle
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March 24, 2026
轻松(輕鬆)qīngsōng(qing1song1)
轻松 (qīngsōng) means light, gentle, or relaxed. It is often used to describe a state of being stress-free or an activity that requires little effort, making it common in both casual and formal contexts when discussing relaxation or ease in various situations.
Strokes17Frequency#1561DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the concept of taking things lightly or being relaxed (轻松) is often emphasized in the context of work-life balance, especially during holidays or family gatherings when people prioritize leisure over stress.
Memory tip
Imagine a feather (轻) floating effortlessly (松) in the air, representing a state of lightness and relaxation. The character for 'light' (轻) can remind you of a light breeze, while 'relaxed' (松) sounds like the English word 'sung,' as in singing a soothing song to ease your mind.
Meanings of 轻松
qīngsōng(qing1song1)
1light
2gentle
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About 轻松
轻松Simplified
輕鬆Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#1561Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
轻松 (qīngsōng) vs 舒服 (shūfu) — use 轻松 for a relaxed state or effortlessness, while 舒服 emphasizes physical comfort.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 轻松 with similar-sounding words that denote heaviness or seriousness. It is often used in informal contexts, but can also be applied in more formal discussions about stress relief or leisure. Common collocations include 轻松的心情 (relaxed mood) and 轻松的工作 (easy job).
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 4, students should focus on using 轻松 in various contexts, such as discussing hobbies or leisure activities. It connects well with other HSK Level 4 words related to feelings and attitudes, enhancing vocabulary around emotional states.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 轻松 to mean 'light' in a physical sense, such as weight, which is incorrect. Instead, use it for describing feelings or the nature of activities. For example, saying '这本书很轻松' (This book is very light) is acceptable, but saying '这个箱子很轻松' (This suitcase is very relaxed) is incorrect.
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轻松 (qīngsōng) means light, gentle, or relaxed. It is often used to describe a state of being stress-free or an activity that requires little effort, making it common in both casual and formal contexts when discussing relaxation or ease in various situations.
When to use 轻松
Be careful not to confuse 轻松 with similar-sounding words that denote heaviness or seriousness. It is often used in informal contexts, but can also be applied in more formal discussions about stress relief or leisure. Common collocations include 轻松的心情 (relaxed mood) and 轻松的工作 (easy job).
轻松 or something close to it
轻松 (qīngsōng) vs 舒服 (shūfu) — use 轻松 for a relaxed state or effortlessness, while 舒服 emphasizes physical comfort.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 轻松 to mean 'light' in a physical sense, such as weight, which is incorrect. Instead, use it for describing feelings or the nature of activities. For example, saying '这本书很轻松' (This book is very light) is acceptable, but saying '这个箱子很轻松' (This suitcase is very relaxed) is incorrect.
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Grammar patterns of 轻松
轻松 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 7 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.
