从宽

從寬
cóngkuān
verb #25,538

Meanings

  1. 1 to be lenient
  2. 2 to deal with leniently
  3. 3 leniently

Examples

Fǎguān juédìng duì tā cóngkuān chǔlǐ.
The judge decided to deal with him leniently.
Tǎnbái cóngkuān, kàngjù cóng yán.
Confess and receive lenient treatment; resist and face severity.

Tips

culture
坦白从宽抗拒 is a famous Chinese legal and political slogan encouraging confession in exchange for lighter punishment. It is widely recognized in China and often referenced in dramas and legal contexts.

Stroke Order

cóng
kuān