和善

héshàn

adjective #10,610

Meanings

1 kind
2 good-natured
3 gentle

Characters

harmonious; gentle

Examples

HSK 3

她是一个和善的老人。

Tā shì yígè héshàn de lǎorén.

She is a kind old lady.

HSK 3

他对人总是很和善。

Tā duì rén zǒngshì hěn héshàn.

He's always kind to people.

Tips

usage

和善 emphasizes a gentle, warm demeanor. Compare with 善良 which focuses more on inner moral goodness.

Stroke Order

和 hé

善 shàn