厚道 (hòu dao) Free Chinese Dictionary

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unkind

刻薄 means unkind, harsh, or mean, the opposite of 厚道.

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simple and honest

憨厚 means simple and honest, often implying a bit naive; 厚道 means kind, honest, and generous.

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good and honest

Both describe a kind character, but 善良 emphasizes inherent goodness and compassion, while 厚道 stresses honesty and generosity in dealing with others.

厚道 is not used to describe objects or physical thickness; it only applies to a person's character or behavior.

In Chinese culture, being 厚道 is a highly valued trait, implying not only kindness but also a sense of fairness and tolerance in social interactions.

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他是一个厚道的人，大家都信任他。

He is a kind and honest person, and everyone trusts him.

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to be ungenerous