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人道 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
人道réndàohuman sympathyHSK 7, n, 14 strokes, rank #12549, Very Hard
人道réndàohumanitarianismHSK 7, n, 14 strokes, rank #12549, Very Hard
人道réndàohumaneHSK 7, n, 14 strokes, rank #12549, Very Hard
人道réndàothe "human way", one of the stages in the cycle of reincarnation (Buddhism)HSK 7, n, 14 strokes, rank #12549, Very Hard
人道réndàosexual intercourseHSK 7, n, 14 strokes, rank #12549, Very Hard
réndào(ren2dao4)ren dao T2
  1. 1human sympathy
  2. 2humanitarianism
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March 24, 2026

人道réndào(ren2dao4)

人道 (rén dào) refers to the principles of humanitarianism and human sympathy, emphasizing kindness and compassion towards others. It is often used in discussions about ethics, morality, and social responsibility, particularly in the context of helping those in need or advocating for human rights.

Strokes14Frequency#12549DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, 人道 is closely tied to Confucian values of benevolence (仁) and the importance of treating others with respect and kindness, reflecting a deep-seated belief in social harmony and responsibility towards fellow humans.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'man' (人) walking along a 'path' (道) that leads to a place filled with love and support for all humans. This path represents the journey of compassion and humane treatment that we must take in our lives.

Meanings of 人道

réndào(ren2dao4)
1human sympathy
2humanitarianism
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人道Simplified
14Strokes
—Radical
名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
#12549Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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人道 (réndào) vs 人性 (rénxìng) — use 人道 when emphasizing humanitarian principles, while 人性 focuses on human nature and characteristics.

Usage Notes

Be cautious of the context in which you use 人道, as it can imply both a moral philosophy and a more technical term related to reincarnation in Buddhism. It is generally used in formal contexts and can be easily confused with other similar terms related to human nature and ethics.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 人道 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to ethics and social issues. Students should focus on how to use it in discussions about morality and human rights, as well as recognizing its significance in Buddhist texts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 人道 with similar terms like 人性 (human nature) or 道德 (morality), leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '人道' when discussing human rights without the context of compassion could convey the wrong meaning.

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Component Characters

人rénman
HSK 12 strokes人
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道dàodirection
HSK 412 strokes辶
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How to say human sympathy in Chinese

“human sympathy” in Chinese is人道réndào

人道 (rén dào) refers to the principles of humanitarianism and human sympathy, emphasizing kindness and compassion towards others. It is often used in discussions about ethics, morality, and social responsibility, particularly in the context of helping those in need or advocating for human rights.

When to use 人道

Be cautious of the context in which you use 人道, as it can imply both a moral philosophy and a more technical term related to reincarnation in Buddhism. It is generally used in formal contexts and can be easily confused with other similar terms related to human nature and ethics.

人道 or something close to it

人道 (réndào) vs 人性 (rénxìng) — use 人道 when emphasizing humanitarian principles, while 人性 focuses on human nature and characteristics.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 人道 with similar terms like 人性 (human nature) or 道德 (morality), leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '人道' when discussing human rights without the context of compassion could convey the wrong meaning.

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Grammar Patterns of 人道

人道 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.

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即便是作为一次____主义行动,它也不过是取得了有限的成功。

Even as a humanitarian mission it has been only a qualified success.

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即便是作为一次人道主义行动,它也不过是取得了有限的成功。

jí biàn shì zuò wéi yī cì rén dào zhǔ yì háng dòng, , tā yě bù guò shì qǔ dé le yǒu xiàn de chéng。

Even as a humanitarian mission it has been only a qualified success.
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两辆卡车被拦了下来,因为里面装有帐篷,按照指挥官对人道主义援助的定义,那不能算作援助物资。

liǎng liàng kǎ chē bèi lán le xià lái, , yīn wéi lǐ miàn zhuāng yǒu zhàng, péng , àn zhào zhǐ huī guān duì rén dào zhǔ yì yuán zhù de, dìng yì , nà bù néng suàn zuò yuán。

Two of the trucks were stopped because they had tents in them, and under the commanders' definition of humanitarian aid, that didn't count.
3
那妇人道: “ 吃醋也轮得到你?

nà fù rén dào:“ : “ chī cù yě lún dé dào?

" What right have you to be jealous? " asked the widow.

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Cultural Notes for 人道

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In Western cultures, humanitarianism often focuses on organized efforts to relieve suffering, while in Chinese culture, it is deeply rooted in personal moral duty and social relationships.

Frequently Asked Questions about 人道

人道 can mean humanitarianism, the humane way, and even refer to certain Buddhist concepts, highlighting its diverse usage.

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