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和平 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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和平
hépíng
peace
HSK 6, nz, 13 strokes, rank #2011, Hard
和平
hépíng
Heping district of Shenyang city 沈陽市
HSK 6, nz, 13 strokes, rank #2011, Hard
和平
hépíng
Hoping township in Taichung county 臺中縣
HSK 6, nz, 13 strokes, rank #2011, Hard
和平
hépíng
peaceful
HSK 6, nz, 13 strokes, rank #2011, Hard
和平
hépíng
Heping district of Shenyang city 沈陽市|沈阳市, Liaoning
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #2011, Hard
和平
hépíng
Hoping township in Taichung county 臺中縣|台中县[Tai2 zhong1 xian4], Taiwan
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, rank #2011, Hard
hépíng(he2ping2)he ping T2
1peace
2Heping district of Shenyang city 沈陽市
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March 24, 2026
和平hépíng(he2ping2)
The term 和平 (Hépíng) primarily means 'peace' or 'peaceful.' It is used in various contexts, including discussions about international relations, personal well-being, and social harmony. The word conveys a sense of tranquility and the absence of conflict or war.
Strokes13Frequency#2011DifficultyHard
Cultural note
和平 is significant in Chinese culture, reflecting the country's historical emphasis on harmony and unity, especially after periods of conflict. It is often associated with the philosophy of Confucianism, which prioritizes social order and peace.
Memory tip
Imagine a serene landscape where two people are shaking hands under a clear blue sky, representing the harmony (和) and calmness (平) of peace. The 'he' (和) sounds like 'harmony,' while 'ping' (平) can remind you of a flat, calm surface like a peaceful lake.
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Quick Contrast
安宁 (ānníng) - use 和平 for peace in a broader social or political context, while 安宁 is more about personal tranquility or serenity.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 和平 with similar words like 安全 (ānquán) which means 'safety.' This term is more formal and is often used in diplomatic contexts. Pay attention to the correct tones, as mispronouncing either character can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 和平 connects to themes of social studies, diplomacy, and personal relationships. Students should practice using it in sentences related to peace talks or peaceful resolutions to conflicts to reinforce its meaning.
Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake is to use 和平 in contexts where 安静 (ānjìng, meaning 'quiet') would be more appropriate. For example, saying '我们需要和平的环境' (We need a peaceful environment) is correct, but using 和平 when discussing noise levels is incorrect—use 安静 instead.
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The term 和平 (Hépíng) primarily means 'peace' or 'peaceful.' It is used in various contexts, including discussions about international relations, personal well-being, and social harmony. The word conveys a sense of tranquility and the absence of conflict or war.
When to use 和平
Learners often confuse 和平 with similar words like 安全 (ānquán) which means 'safety.' This term is more formal and is often used in diplomatic contexts. Pay attention to the correct tones, as mispronouncing either character can change the meaning.
和平 or something close to it
安宁 (ānníng) - use 和平 for peace in a broader social or political context, while 安宁 is more about personal tranquility or serenity.
What learners get wrong
A frequent mistake is to use 和平 in contexts where 安静 (ānjìng, meaning 'quiet') would be more appropriate. For example, saying '我们需要和平的环境' (We need a peaceful environment) is correct, but using 和平 when discussing noise levels is incorrect—use 安静 instead.
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Grammar patterns of 和平
和平 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 6 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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通往____的道路将很漫长。
The road to peace will be long and drawn-out.
Example sentences for 和平 (10)
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通往和平的道路将很漫长。
tōngwǎng hépíng de dàolù jiāng hěn màncháng。
The road to peace will be long and drawn-out.
2
他们被劝服，认识到了和平的好处。
tāmen bèi quàn fú， rènshi dào le hépíng de hǎochù。
They have been per-suaded of the merits of peace.
3
如同大多数“和平时代的战争”一样，这与我们的预想不同。
rútóng dàduōshù“ hépíng shídài de zhànzhēng” yíyàng， zhè yǔ wǒmen de yù xiǎng bùtóng。
Like most "peacetime wars" it did not conform to preconceived ideas.
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这并不是我所期待的那种祥和平静的体验。
zhè bìng bùshì wǒ suǒ qīdài de nà zhǒng xiánghé píngjìng de tǐyàn。
It wasn't the peaceful, composed experience I had expected.
