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March 24, 2026
和睦hémù(he2mu4)
和睦 refers to peaceful and harmonious relationships among people, often used in the context of family or community. It emphasizes a sense of unity and understanding, suggesting that differences are resolved amicably. This word is commonly used in discussions about social harmony or interpersonal relationships.
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Cultural Note
The concept of 和睦 is deeply rooted in Confucian ideals, which prioritize harmony in family and society. In Chinese culture, maintaining harmonious relationships is essential, often seen as a virtue in both personal and professional settings.
Memory Tip
Think of 和 (he) as 'together' and 睦 (mu) as 'mood'—when people are together in a good mood, they are harmonious. Imagine a family gathering where everyone is laughing and enjoying each other's company, symbolizing 和睦.
Meanings of 和睦
hémù(he2mu4)
1peaceful relations
2harmonious
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About 和睦
和睦Simplified
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—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#14223Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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和谐 (héxié) - use 和睦 when referring specifically to peaceful relationships among people, while 和谐 emphasizes harmony in a broader, more abstract sense.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 和 (he) as 'together' and 睦 (mu) as 'mood'—when people are together in a good mood, they are harmonious. Imagine a family gathering where everyone is laughing and enjoying each other's company, symbolizing 和睦.
Usage Notes
Avoid using 和睦 in overly formal contexts; it’s best suited for discussions about personal or familial relationships. A common pitfall is to confuse 和睦 with 同心 (tóng xīn), which emphasizes unity of purpose rather than harmony.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 和睦 connects with other words about relationships and emotions, such as 友好 (yǒu hǎo, friendly) and 和谐 (hé xié, harmonious). Focus on using it in context to describe interactions, especially in essays or discussions about social issues.
Cultural Note
The concept of 和睦 is deeply rooted in Confucian ideals, which prioritize harmony in family and society. In Chinese culture, maintaining harmonious relationships is essential, often seen as a virtue in both personal and professional settings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 和睦 with 和谐 (hé xié), which has a broader meaning of harmony beyond just relationships. For instance, saying '我们的关系很和谐' (Our relationship is very 和谐) is acceptable, but for interpersonal contexts, 和睦 is more appropriate.
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Grammar Patterns of 和睦
和睦 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 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.
Exercise 1 of 3
Complete the Sentence
我们可以想象有那么一天所有人都____地生活在一起。
We can see a day where all people live side by side.
Example Sentences for 和睦 (3)
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我们可以想象有那么一天所有人都和睦地生活在一起。
wǒ mén kě yǐ xiǎng xiàng yǒu nà mó yī tiān suǒ yǒu rén dū hé mù dì shēng huó zài yī qǐ。
We can see a day where all people live side by side.
To live together harmoniously as men and women is an achievement.
3
他们和不同民族的人们一起和睦地生活和工作。
tā mén hé bù tóng mín zú de rén mén yī qǐ hé mù dì shēng huó hé gōng zuò。
They've been living and working peacefully with members of various ethnic groups.
Cultural Notes for 和睦
🏮Cultural insight
The concept of 和睦 is deeply rooted in Confucian ideals, which prioritize harmony in family and society. In Chinese culture, maintaining harmonious relationships is essential, often seen as a virtue in both personal and professional settings.
Frequently Asked Questions about 和睦
You can say '我们家一直和睦相处' (Wǒmen jiā yīzhí hé mù xiāngchǔ), meaning 'Our family has always lived in harmony.'
和睦 is versatile but is more commonly found in written Chinese, especially in formal contexts discussing family or community.
The opposite could be 冷漠 (lěng mò, indifference) or 矛盾 (máo dùn, conflict), reflecting a lack of harmony.
