HSK 7, n, 11 strokes, radical 忄, rank #796, Very Hard
情
qíng
emotion
HSK 7, n, 11 strokes, radical 忄, rank #796, Very Hard
情
qíng
passion
HSK 7, n, 11 strokes, radical 忄, rank #796, Very Hard
情
qíng
situation
HSK 7, n, 11 strokes, radical 忄, rank #796, Very Hard
情
qíng
emotion, feeling, sentiment
HSK 7, n, 11 strokes, radical 忄, rank #796, Very Hard
qíng(qing2) T2
1feeling
2emotion
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March 24, 2026
情qíng(qing2)
The character 情 (qíng) primarily refers to feelings or emotions, encompassing everything from love and affection to mood and sentiment. It is commonly used in various contexts, such as describing one's emotional state or discussing interpersonal relationships. Additionally, it can denote situations or circumstances, particularly those that evoke strong feelings.
Strokes11Radical忄Frequency#796DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 情 is deeply embedded in literature and art, often representing the intricate dynamics of human relationships. It is also significant during festivals, where expressions of love and affection are culturally celebrated.
Memory Tip
Imagine a heart (情) filled with various colors representing different emotions like love, joy, and sadness. The character has a component that resembles a heart, reminding you of feelings, while the 'qing' sound can be associated with 'cling'—clinging to emotions.
Meanings of 情
qíng(qing2)
1feeling
2emotion
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About 情
情Simplified
11Strokes
忄Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#796Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 情
Quick Contrast
情 (qíng) vs 感 (gǎn) — use 情 when emphasizing emotions or feelings, while 感 is more about perception or sensation.
Usage Notes
情 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but it often appears in emotional discussions. Be cautious with tone, as mispronouncing it can change the meaning (e.g., 情 qíng vs. 青 qīng). Common collocations include '感情' (gǎnqíng, feelings) and '情况' (qíngkuàng, situation).
HSK Study Tips
While 情 is not explicitly listed in HSK levels, it is foundational for language learners as it appears in many phrases and compounds. Students should focus on its usage in emotional expressions and situations, connecting it with other emotion-related vocabulary.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 情 (qíng) with 青 (qīng), which means 'green' or 'youth.' For example, saying '青感' instead of '情感' (feelings) is incorrect; it should be '情感' (qínggǎn).
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Phonosemantic compound. 忄 represents the meaning and 青 represents the sound.
1The meaning half忄 carries the sense.
2The sound half青 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawayheart
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 情?
Decomposition of 情
IDS Structure⿰忄青
情Full Character
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忄xin1
left
青Qing1
right
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Which of these is a component of 情?
How to say feeling in Chinese
“feeling” in Chinese is情qíng
The character 情 (qíng) primarily refers to feelings or emotions, encompassing everything from love and affection to mood and sentiment. It is commonly used in various contexts, such as describing one's emotional state or discussing interpersonal relationships. Additionally, it can denote situations or circumstances, particularly those that evoke strong feelings.
When to use 情
情 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but it often appears in emotional discussions. Be cautious with tone, as mispronouncing it can change the meaning (e.g., 情 qíng vs. 青 qīng). Common collocations include '感情' (gǎnqíng, feelings) and '情况' (qíngkuàng, situation).
情 or something close to it
情 (qíng) vs 感 (gǎn) — use 情 when emphasizing emotions or feelings, while 感 is more about perception or sensation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 情 (qíng) with 青 (qīng), which means 'green' or 'youth.' For example, saying '青感' instead of '情感' (feelings) is incorrect; it should be '情感' (qínggǎn).
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情
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Grammar Patterns of 情
情 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.
