清爽

qīngshuǎng

adjective #15,127

Meanings

1 fresh and cool
2 refreshing
3 relaxed and clear-headed

Characters

clear; clean; pure

refreshing; invigorating; frank

Examples

洗完澡感觉很清爽。

Xǐ wán zǎo gǎnjué hěn qīngshuǎng.

I feel very refreshed after taking a shower.

秋天的空气特别清爽。

Qiūtiān de kōngqì tèbié qīngshuǎng.

The autumn air is especially fresh and cool.

Tips

usage

清爽 describes both physical freshness (cool weather, clean feeling after a shower) and mental clarity. For food, it means light and refreshing (not greasy): 这道菜很清爽 = this dish is light and refreshing.

Stroke Order

清 qīng

爽 shuǎng