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亲情 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
亲情qīnqíngaffectionHSK 5, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #20699, Hard
亲情qīnqíngfamily loveHSK 5, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #20699, Hard
亲情qīnqínglove, esp. within a married couple or between parents and childrenHSK 5, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #20699, Hard
qīnqíng(qin1qing2)qin qing T1
  1. 1affection
  2. 2family love
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March 24, 2026

亲情(親情)qīnqíng(qin1qing2)

亲情 (qīnqíng) refers to the deep affection and emotional bond typically found within families, highlighting love between parents and children, as well as that between spouses. This word captures the essence of familial relationships and the warmth that comes from such connections, often emphasized during celebrations or in times of need.

Strokes20Frequency#20699DifficultyHard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, 亲情 is often celebrated during festivals such as the Lunar New Year when families come together, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strong family bonds and honoring one's ancestors.

Memory tip

Think of 亲 (qīn) as 'kin', representing family ties, and 情 (qíng) as 'feelings'. Imagine a warm family gathering where everyone shares their feelings, reinforcing the idea of love and affection among relatives.

Meanings of 亲情

qīnqíng(qin1qing2)
1affection
2family love
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About 亲情

亲情Simplified
親情Traditional
20Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5AdvancedCEFRC2

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血缘 (xuèyuán) - use 亲情 when emphasizing emotional bonds, while 血缘 focuses on biological ties.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 亲情 with other types of affection, such as 爱情 (àiqíng), which refers specifically to romantic love. This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, often appearing in discussions about family dynamics or traditional values.

HSK Study Tips

While 亲情 may not be explicitly listed in HSK levels, it connects well with other family-related vocabulary. Students should focus on the nuances of familial relationships and practice using it in sentences to express emotions about family.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 亲情 with other forms of love, leading to incorrect usage in contexts that require a different type of affection. For example, saying '我和我的朋友有亲情' (wǒ hé wǒ de péngyǒu yǒu qīnqíng) is incorrect; it should be '友情'.

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Component characters

亲qīnparents-in-law of one's offspring
HSK 59 strokes立
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情qíngfeeling
HSK 711 strokes忄
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How to say affection in Chinese

“affection” in Chinese is亲情qīnqíng

亲情 (qīnqíng) refers to the deep affection and emotional bond typically found within families, highlighting love between parents and children, as well as that between spouses. This word captures the essence of familial relationships and the warmth that comes from such connections, often emphasized during celebrations or in times of need.

When to use 亲情

Common mistakes include confusing 亲情 with other types of affection, such as 爱情 (àiqíng), which refers specifically to romantic love. This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, often appearing in discussions about family dynamics or traditional values.

亲情 or something close to it

血缘 (xuèyuán) - use 亲情 when emphasizing emotional bonds, while 血缘 focuses on biological ties.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 亲情 with other forms of love, leading to incorrect usage in contexts that require a different type of affection. For example, saying '我和我的朋友有亲情' (wǒ hé wǒ de péngyǒu yǒu qīnqíng) is incorrect; it should be '友情'.

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No, 亲情 specifically refers to familial love, whereas love between friends is often called 友情 (yǒuqíng).

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