漂亮

piàoliang
adjective HSK 2 #323

Meanings

  1. 1 pretty
  2. 2 beautiful

Characters

The combination suggests something polished and radiant. Note is neutral tone here, unlike its standalone fourth tone liàng.

Examples

HSK 1
Tā hěn piàoliang.
She is very pretty.
HSK 2
Zhè jiàn yīfu zhēn piàoliang!
This piece of clothing is really beautiful!
HSK 2
Nǐ de zì xiě de hěn piàoliang.
Your handwriting is very beautiful.

Tips

usage
漂亮 is versatile - it describes people, objects, scenery, handwriting, and even actions. Saying 干得漂亮 means 'nicely done' or 'well played.'
mistakes
The character has three pronunciations: piào (pretty), piāo (to float), and piǎo (to bleach). Use the fourth tone when saying 漂亮.
culture
Complimenting someone as 漂亮 is common and well-received in Chinese culture. You can use it freely for scenery, clothing, and artwork too - not just people.

Stroke Order

piāo
liàng