宽厚

kuānhòu

tolerant

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The adjective "宽厚" describes a person who is kind-hearted, generous, and considerate. It often implies warmth and patience in interpersonal relationships.

Common Contexts

"宽厚" is frequently used to praise someone's character, especially highlighting their tolerance and kindness. It is a positive trait valued in social and cultural contexts.

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

"宽厚" is typically used in formal or literary contexts rather than casual speech. It conveys a deeper sense of moral goodness compared to simple kindness. Avoid confusing it with "宽容" which emphasizes tolerance more than warmth.

Example Sentences

他为人宽厚,大家都很喜欢他。

Tā wéirén kuānhòu, dàjiā dōu hěn xǐhuān tā.

He is kind and generous; everyone likes him.

宽厚待人是中华民族的传统美德。

Kuānhòu dàirén shì Zhōnghuá mínzú de chuántǒng měidé.

Being kind and generous to others is a traditional virtue of the Chinese

他的性格宽厚,遇事总是耐心处理。

Tā de xìnggé kuānhòu, yù shì zǒng shì nàixīn chǔlǐ.

He has a kind and generous personality and always handles matters patiently.