wo4 sin6和善
Jyutpingwo4 sin6
Yalewòh sihn
Definition
Kind, amiable, and good-natured.
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How it's used
While 和善 describes a person's gentle and kind disposition, it is often used in formal or literary contexts rather than casual speech. In everyday conversation, native speakers frequently prefer more descriptive adjectives like 好人 or 隨和 when talking about someone's personality. It carries a sense of warmth and approachability that makes it suitable for describing elders or authority figures.
Examples
He is usually very amiable to people and never loses his temper.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake 和善 for a general term for nice, but it specifically emphasizes a gentle, non-threatening, and peaceful nature. It is not used to describe someone who is simply fun or energetic.
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Grammar guides
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