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和气 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
和气héqifriendlyHSK 7, c, rank #19356, Hard
和气héqipoliteHSK 7, c, rank #19356, Hard
和气héqiamiableHSK 7, c, rank #19356, Hard
héqi(he2qi5) T2
  1. 1friendly
  2. 2polite
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March 24, 2026
和气(和氣)héqi(he2qi5)

和气 (héqì) refers to a demeanor that is friendly, polite, and amiable towards others. It is often used to describe a person's attitude or behavior in social situations, indicating openness and warmth. This term can imply a sense of harmony and pleasantness in interactions.

Frequency#19356DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, being 和气 is highly valued in social and business interactions, reflecting the Confucian ideal of harmony and respect in relationships. It is common to expect individuals to maintain a polite demeanor, especially in formal settings.

Memory Tip

Imagine a warm, friendly 'he' (he2) greeting you with a big smile, making you feel at ease and 'qi' (qi5) like you're in a cozy, friendly atmosphere. The character 和 (hé), which means 'harmony,' visually represents the idea of being amiable and friendly.

Meanings of 和气

héqi(he2qi5)
1friendly
2polite
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About 和气

和气Simplified
和氣Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#19356Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 和气

Quick Contrast

和善 (héshàn) vs 和气 (héqi): Use 和气 when emphasizing a friendly demeanor in social situations, while 和善 suggests a kind and benevolent nature.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a warm, friendly 'he' (he2) greeting you with a big smile, making you feel at ease and 'qi' (qi5) like you're in a cozy, friendly atmosphere. The character 和 (hé), which means 'harmony,' visually represents the idea of being amiable and friendly.

Usage Notes

和气 is typically used in both formal and informal contexts, making it versatile. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar terms like 友好 (yǒuhǎo), which specifically means 'friendly,' focusing more on camaraderie rather than general amiability. Be mindful of using the correct tone to convey politeness.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 和气 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to social interactions and character traits. Students should focus on using it in various contexts, such as describing people or situations, to enhance their conversational skills.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, being 和气 is highly valued in social and business interactions, reflecting the Confucian ideal of harmony and respect in relationships. It is common to expect individuals to maintain a polite demeanor, especially in formal settings.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 和气 with 友善 (yǒushàn), which also means 'friendly' but has a slightly different nuance. For example, saying '他很友善和气' (tā hěn yǒushàn héqì) is redundant; choose one descriptor to avoid awkwardness.

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Component Characters

和héto complete a set in mahjong or playing cards
HSK 18 strokes口
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气qìgas
HSK 44 strokes气
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Grammar Patterns of 和气

和气 functions as a conjunction — it connects clauses or phrases. Many Chinese conjunctions come in pairs (虽然…但是…, 因为…所以…); use them at the front of the clauses they link. 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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这里虽然听不见什么争吵声，但并不是一团____。

Although you cannot hear any arguing here, it is not all harmony.

Example Sentences for 和气 (8)

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“好吧，你说什么都行，”他和气地同意了。

“ “ hǎo， bā ， nǐ shuō shí mó，” dū háng ，” tā hé qì dì。

"OK, whatever you say," he had agreed peaceably.
2
她54岁了，精力和气色都非常好。

tā54 54 suì， le ， jīng lì hé qì sè dū fēi。

At 54 years old her energy and looks are magnificent.
3
我对整件事深感内疚和气愤。

wǒ duì zhěng jiàn shì shēn gǎn nèi jiù hé qì fèn。

I feel so guilty and angry about the whole issue.
4
他们用花和气球装饰了房间。

tā mén yòng huā hé qì qiú zhuāng shì le fáng jiān。

They decorated the room with flowers and balloons.
5
心绞痛的其他征兆有恶心、出汗、头昏和气短。

xīn jiǎo tòng de qí tā zhēng zhào yǒu è xīn、 、 chū、 hàn 、 tóu hūn hé。

Other signs of angina are nausea, sweating, feeling faint and shortness of breath.
6
“ 我去吧? ” 祥子也递个和气.

“ “ wǒ qù?” bā ? ” xiáng zǐ yě dì gè.

" Let me go for the water , " Xiangzi offered amiably.
7
整株药草有种独特的味道和气味。

zhěng zhū yào cǎo yǒu zhǒng dú tè de wèi dào hé qì wèi。

The whole herb has a characteristic taste and odor.
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整株药草有种独特的味道和气味。

zhěng zhū yào cǎo yǒu zhǒng dú tè de wèi dào hé qì wèi。

The whole herb has a characteristic taste and odour.

Cultural Notes for 和气

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, being 和气 is highly valued in social and business interactions, reflecting the Confucian ideal of harmony and respect in relationships. It is common to expect individuals to maintain a polite demeanor, especially in formal settings.

Frequently Asked Questions about 和气

You can say '他是个和气的人' (tā shì gè héqì de rén), meaning 'He is a friendly person.'