(tián) — (bound form) peaceful, quiet, serene

Definition

恬 is a bound morpheme (always combines with another character) meaning 'peaceful, calm, undisturbed.' Often pairs with 淡 or 静 — as in 恬淡 (untroubled, indifferent) or 恬静 (serene).

bound form
(bound form) peacefulquietserene

Examples

  • Tā xǐ huan tián jìng de shēng huó.
    She likes a peaceful and quiet life.
  • Nà fú huà gěi rén yì zhǒng tián shì de gǎn jué.
    That painting gives people a serene and comfortable feeling.
  • Tā xìng gé tián dàn, bù zhuī qiú míng lì.
    His character is indifferent to fame and fortune.

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