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March 24, 2026
亲切(親切)qīnqiè(qin1qie4)
亲切 (qīnqiè) refers to a warm and friendly demeanor, often used to describe a person who is approachable and kind. This word can also imply a sense of familiarity or closeness, making it suitable in both personal and professional contexts, such as describing interactions with friends or in customer service settings.
Strokes13Frequency#8184DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being 亲切 is highly valued, particularly in customer service and hospitality. A warm and friendly approach can significantly impact social interactions and business relationships.
Memory Tip
Imagine a kind person waving at you with open arms, inviting you to come closer. The character 亲 (qīn) resembles two people embracing, while 切 (qiè) can evoke the action of cutting through distance to establish warmth and connection.
Meanings of 亲切
qīnqiè(qin1qie4)
1amiable
2cordial
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About 亲切
亲切Simplified
親切Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#8184Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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友好 (yǒuhǎo) - use 亲切 (qīnqiè) when emphasizing warmth and approachability, while 友好 (yǒuhǎo) is more neutral and focuses on friendliness without the same intimate connotation.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 亲切 with more formal terms for politeness, as it conveys a sense of warmth rather than formality. It's common to use it in phrases like '亲切的问候' (a warm greeting). Pay attention to the tones; mispronouncing either tone may lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 亲切 connects well with other words describing emotions or relationships. Students should practice using it in different contexts to enhance their conversational skills, focusing on scenarios where warmth and friendliness are pivotal.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 亲切 with 亲密 (qīnmì), which means intimate or close in a relational sense. For example, saying '他对我很亲密' (He is very amiable to me) should be corrected to '他对我很亲切'.
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亲切 (qīnqiè) refers to a warm and friendly demeanor, often used to describe a person who is approachable and kind. This word can also imply a sense of familiarity or closeness, making it suitable in both personal and professional contexts, such as describing interactions with friends or in customer service settings.
When to use 亲切
Be cautious not to confuse 亲切 with more formal terms for politeness, as it conveys a sense of warmth rather than formality. It's common to use it in phrases like '亲切的问候' (a warm greeting). Pay attention to the tones; mispronouncing either tone may lead to misunderstandings.
亲切 or something close to it
友好 (yǒuhǎo) - use 亲切 (qīnqiè) when emphasizing warmth and approachability, while 友好 (yǒuhǎo) is more neutral and focuses on friendliness without the same intimate connotation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 亲切 with 亲密 (qīnmì), which means intimate or close in a relational sense. For example, saying '他对我很亲密' (He is very amiable to me) should be corrected to '他对我很亲切'.
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Grammar Patterns of 亲切
亲切 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 4 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.
