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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
爽快shuǎngkuairefreshedHSK 7, a, 18 strokes, rank #18042, Very Hard
爽快shuǎngkuairejuvenatedHSK 7, a, 18 strokes, rank #18042, Very Hard
爽快shuǎngkuaifrank and straightforwardHSK 7, a, 18 strokes, rank #18042, Very Hard
shuǎngkuai(shuang3kuai5)shuang kuai T3
  1. 1refreshed
  2. 2rejuvenated
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March 24, 2026

爽快shuǎngkuai(shuang3kuai5)

爽快 (shuǎngkuài) describes a feeling of refreshment or rejuvenation, often used to express a sense of satisfaction or relief. It can also describe a person who is frank and straightforward in their communication, indicating honesty and directness in their interactions.

Strokes18Frequency#18042DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, being爽快 is often highly valued, as it reflects a person's integrity and straightforwardness, especially in business dealings and friendships. It aligns with the cultural preference for sincerity and direct communication.

Memory tip

Imagine drinking a refreshing drink on a hot day, feeling爽 (shuǎng) as the cool liquid rejuvenates you. The character快 (kuài) can mean fast or quick, so think of this feeling as a quick burst of relief that makes you feel vibrant and alive.

Meanings of 爽快

shuǎngkuai(shuang3kuai5)
1refreshed
2rejuvenated
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About 爽快

爽快Simplified
18Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#18042Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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爽朗 (shuǎnglǎng) - use 爽快 when emphasizing a sense of refreshment or relief, while 爽朗 is more about a bright and cheerful demeanor.

Usage Notes

This word is often used in informal contexts to express feelings of pleasure or relief. Be cautious of using it in overly formal situations, as it may come off as too casual. Common collocations include '爽快的回答' (a straightforward answer) or '爽快地同意' (to agree readily).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word,爽快 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to emotions and personality traits. Students should focus on using it to describe both personal feelings and interpersonal dynamics, particularly in conversations about honesty and openness.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse爽快 with similar sounding words like舒服 (shūfú), which means comfortable. For example, saying '我觉得爽快' (wǒ juédé shuǎngkuài) to mean 'I feel comfortable' is incorrect; it should be '我觉得舒服'.

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Component Characters

爽shuǎngbright
HSK 711 strokes爻
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快kuàirapid
HSK 27 strokes忄
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How to say refreshed in Chinese

“refreshed” in Chinese is爽快shuǎngkuai

爽快 (shuǎngkuài) describes a feeling of refreshment or rejuvenation, often used to express a sense of satisfaction or relief. It can also describe a person who is frank and straightforward in their communication, indicating honesty and directness in their interactions.

When to use 爽快

This word is often used in informal contexts to express feelings of pleasure or relief. Be cautious of using it in overly formal situations, as it may come off as too casual. Common collocations include '爽快的回答' (a straightforward answer) or '爽快地同意' (to agree readily).

爽快 or something close to it

爽朗 (shuǎnglǎng) - use 爽快 when emphasizing a sense of refreshment or relief, while 爽朗 is more about a bright and cheerful demeanor.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse爽快 with similar sounding words like舒服 (shūfú), which means comfortable. For example, saying '我觉得爽快' (wǒ juédé shuǎngkuài) to mean 'I feel comfortable' is incorrect; it should be '我觉得舒服'.

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Grammar Patterns of 爽快

爽快 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 3 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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他们很____的回答表明他们已经等待这个(要求)很久了.

Their ready answer suggested that they had long bided that.

Example Sentences for 爽快 (2)

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他们很爽快的回答表明他们已经等待这个(要求)很久了.

tāmen hěn shuǎngkuai de huídá biǎomíng tāmen yǐjīng děngdài zhège( yāoqiú) hěn jiǔ le.

Their ready answer suggested that they had long bided that.
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偷了懒就偷了赖,还不爽爽快快承认?

tōu le lǎn jiù tōu le lài, hái bù shuǎng shuǎngkuai kuài chéngrèn?

Why don't you just admit you're goofing off?

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Cultural Notes for 爽快

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In Western cultures, being straightforward is often appreciated, but it can sometimes be seen as blunt; in contrast, Chinese culture tends to place a higher value on harmony, so爽快 may be viewed more positively.

Frequently Asked Questions about 爽快

Yes, it can also describe being straightforward or frank in communication.

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