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March 24, 2026
恳切(懇切)kěnqiè(ken3qie4)
The term 恳切 (kěnqiè) describes a deep sense of earnestness and sincerity in one's expression or actions. It is often used to convey genuine feelings in contexts such as requests, apologies, or pleas, highlighting the importance of heartfelt communication.
Strokes14Frequency#65965DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being sincere and earnest is highly valued, especially in relationships and business interactions. The term 恳切 reflects the importance of genuine communication in fostering trust and respect among individuals.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person earnestly begging for help, their heart laid bare. The character 恳 (kěn) resembles a person kneeling, while 切 (qiè) can be visualized as cutting through insincerity with a knife, emphasizing the need for honest and direct communication.
Meanings of 恳切
kěnqiè(ken3qie4)
1earnest
2sincere
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About 恳切
恳切Simplified
懇切Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#65535Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1
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恳求 (kěnqiú) vs 恳切 (kěnqiè): Use 恳切 to emphasize sincerity in expression, while 恳求 focuses on the act of earnestly requesting something.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person earnestly begging for help, their heart laid bare. The character 恳 (kěn) resembles a person kneeling, while 切 (qiè) can be visualized as cutting through insincerity with a knife, emphasizing the need for honest and direct communication.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 恳切 with similar adjectives like 诚恳 (chéngkěn), which also means sincere but carries a slightly different nuance. This term is more formal and is fitting for serious conversations, such as in formal speeches or written communications.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 恳切 is beneficial for learners looking to express complex emotions and sincerity. Students should focus on its usage in various contexts and practice incorporating it into formal writing and conversations.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being sincere and earnest is highly valued, especially in relationships and business interactions. The term 恳切 reflects the importance of genuine communication in fostering trust and respect among individuals.
Common Mistakes
Learners may misuse 恳切 in casual situations, leading to overly formal expressions. Instead of saying '我很恳切地请求你的帮助' (I sincerely request your help), a more casual '我真的需要你的帮助' (I really need your help) would be appropriate.
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Grammar Patterns of 恳切
恳切 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 2 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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Complete the Sentence
“叫我厄尔！”他____地说。
"Call me Earl!" he entreated.
Example Sentences for 恳切 (10)
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1
“叫我厄尔！”他恳切地说。
“ “ jiào wǒ è！” ěr ！” tā kěn qiē。
"Call me Earl!" he entreated.
2
她恳切地希望大家能够理解她的困难处境，并给予支持。
Tā kěnqiè de xīwàng dàjiā nénggòu lǐjiě tā de kùnnán chǔjìng, bìng jǐyǔ zhīchí.
She earnestly hopes that everyone can understand her difficult situation and offer support.
3
他的信中流露出恳切的情感，让人感动不已。
Tā de xìn zhōng liúlù chū kěnqiè de qínggǎn, ràng rén gǎndòng bùyǐ.
His letter revealed earnest emotions that deeply moved people.
4
在毕业典礼上，他恳切地感谢老师们多年来的辛勤付出。
Zài bìyè diǎnlǐ shàng, tā kěnqiè de gǎnxiè lǎoshīmen duō nián lái de xīnqín fùchū.
At the graduation ceremony, he earnestly thanked the teachers for their hard work over the years.
5
她恳切地请求朋友们在她最需要的时候给予帮助。
Tā kěnqiè de qǐngqiú péngyǒumen zài tā zuì xūyào de shíhòu jǐyǔ bāngzhù.
She earnestly asked her friends to offer help when she needed it the most.
6
他恳切地希望大家能认真对待这个重要的问题。
Tā kěnqiè de xīwàng dàjiā néng rènzhēn duìdài zhège zhòngyào de wèntí.
He earnestly hoped that everyone would take this important issue seriously.
7
她在演讲中恳切地呼吁大家关注环保问题。
Tā zài yǎnjiǎng zhōng kěnqiè de hūyù dàjiā guānzhù huánbǎo wèntí.
In her speech, she earnestly urged everyone to pay attention to environmental issues.
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他以恳切的态度请求老板再给他一次机会。
Tā yǐ kěnqiè de tàidù qǐngqiú lǎobǎn zài gěi tā yīcì jīhuì.
He sincerely asked his boss to give him another chance.
9
她在信中恳切地表达了对家人的思念。
Tā zài xìn zhōng kěnqiè de biǎodále duì jiārén de sīniàn.
She sincerely expressed her longing for her family in the letter.
10
会议上，他提出了一个恳切的建议，希望得到大家的支持。
Huìyì shàng, tā tíchūle yī gè kěnqiè de jiànyì, xīwàng dédào dàjiā de zhīchí.
At the meeting, he made a sincere suggestion, hoping to get everyone's support.
Cultural Notes for 恳切
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, being sincere and earnest is highly valued, especially in relationships and business interactions. The term 恳切 reflects the importance of genuine communication in fostering trust and respect among individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions about 恳切
Yes, while it is more formal, it can be used in everyday situations when expressing heartfelt feelings.
Yes, it generally carries a positive connotation, emphasizing sincerity and earnestness.
While both mean sincere, 恳切 emphasizes earnestness, especially in emotional appeals.
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