清凉

清涼
qīngliáng
adjective HSK 7 #22,613

Meanings

  1. 1 cool and refreshing
  2. 2 pleasantly cool

Characters

Literally 'clear and cool' — a refreshing coolness

Examples

Xiàtiān hē yī bēi qīngliáng de yǐnliào zhēn shūfu.
Drinking a cool beverage in summer feels so good.
Shān shàng de kōngqì tèbié qīngliáng.
The air in the mountains is especially cool and refreshing.

Tips

usage
清凉 is always positive — it describes pleasant coolness, not uncomfortable cold. Often used for summer drinks, mountain air, or a cool breeze. Compare with 凉快 (liángkuai) which is more colloquial.

Stroke Order

qīng
liáng