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热情

rè qíng
HSK 2.0 Level 3 HSK 3.0 Level 3 Adjective Common

Definitions

  1. 1. cordial
  2. 2. enthusiastic
  3. 3. passion
  4. 4. passionate
  5. 5. passionately

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Word relationships

Antonyms

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冷漠
lěng mò

lack of regard

热情 means warm and enthusiastic, 冷漠 means cold and indifferent

Related words

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热烈
rè liè

enthusiastic

热烈 means warm and enthusiastic, often used for discussions or welcomes
亲热
qīn rè

affectionate; intimate; warmhearted

亲热 means affectionate and intimate, often describing close relationships

Synonyms

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热心
rè xīn

enthusiastic; ardent; zealous

both mean warm-hearted and eager to help, but 热心 emphasizes willingness to help while 热情 focuses on emotional intensity

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Don't confuse 热情 (enthusiastic) with 热烈 (fervent). 热情 describes a person's character or attitude, while 热烈 is often used for atmosphere or actions like discussions.

Example Sentences

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观众的 热情 压倒了所有反对的声音。
The audience's enthusiasm overwhelmed all opposing voices.
他表面 热情 ，其实很虚伪。
He appears warm on the surface, but is actually very hypocritical.
她的 热情 让我很感动。
Her enthusiasm moved me deeply.
那位乘务员非常 热情 。
That attendant is very enthusiastic.
这户人家很 热情 。
This family is very hospitable.

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Words Containing 热情

热情款待
rè qíng kuǎn dài

to provide warm hospitality

热情洋溢
rè qíng yáng yì

brimming with enthusiasm (idiom); full of warmth

Child Words of 热情

情
qíng

feeling

热
rè

to warm up