Heping district of Shenyang city 沈陽市|沈阳市, Liaoning
HSK 6, unknown, rank #2011, Medium
和平
hépíng
Hoping township in Taichung county 臺中縣|台中县[Tai2 zhong1 xian4], Taiwan
HSK 6, unknown, rank #2011, Medium
hépíng(he2ping2) 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.
Frequency#2011DifficultyMedium
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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AI Study Notes for 和平
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.
Memory Mnemonic
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.
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.
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.
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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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 8 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
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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1
通往和平的道路将很漫长。
tōng wǎng hé píng de dào lù jiāng hěn màn cháng。
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。
tā mén bèi quàn fú， ， rèn shí dào le hé píng de hǎo。
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。
rú tóng dà duō shù“ “ hé píng shí dài de zhàn” zhēng ”， yī yàng ， zhè yǔ wǒ mén de yù。
Like most "peacetime wars" it did not conform to preconceived ideas.
4
这并不是我所期待的那种祥和平静的体验。
zhè bìng bù shì wǒ suǒ qī dài de nà zhǒng xiáng hé píng jìng de tǐ yàn。
It wasn't the peaceful, composed experience I had expected.
5
他强烈要求保留北大西洋公约组织以维护和平。
tā qiáng liè yào qiú bǎo liú běi dà xī yáng gōng yuē zǔ zhī yǐ wéi hù hé píng。
He argues strongly for retention of NATO as a guarantee of peace.
6
后来他就变成了一位知名的和平主义者。
hòu lái tā jiù biàn chéng le yī wèi zhī míng de hé píng zhǔ yì zhě。
Later he was to become famous as a pacifist.
7
他愿意为和平作出任何牺牲。
tā yuàn yì wéi hé píng zuò chū rèn hé xī shēng。
He was willing to make any sacrifice for peace.
8
绿色和平组织设法聚集起足够数量的小船在海上拦截该船。
lǜ sè hé píng zǔ zhī shè fǎ jù jí qǐ zú gòu shù liáng de xiǎo chuán zài hǎi shàng lán jié gāi chuán。
Greenpeace managed to assemble enough boats to waylay the ship at sea.
All those invited to next week'speace conference have accepted.
Cultural Notes for 和平
🏮Cultural insight
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about 和平
Common phrases include 和平共处 (hépíng gòngchǔ) meaning 'peaceful coexistence' and 和平解决 (hépíng jiějué) meaning 'peaceful resolution.'
Yes, while it is often used in formal contexts, you can use 和平 to describe peaceful situations or wishes for peace in daily conversations.
The correct pronunciation is 'hépíng' with the second syllable having a rising tone, so make sure not to confuse it with other similar-sounding words.
