Definition
热烈 (rè liè) describes an intense, outward enthusiasm — it is used for collective, often formal settings like applause, welcome, or discussion. Unlike 热情 (rè qíng), which describes a person's inner warmth and hospitality, 热烈 focuses on the atmosphere or external display. It differs from 热心 (rè xīn) 'warm-hearted, helpful' by emphasizing fervor rather than active helpfulness.
adjective
enthusiasticwarmardent
Examples
- 热烈。Wǒmen duì nǐ de dàolái biǎoshì rè liè huānyíng.We extend a warm welcome to your arrival.
- ，热烈。Yǎnchū jiéshù shí, guānzhòng bào yǐ rè liè de zhǎngshēng.When the performance ended, the audience gave enthusiastic applause.
- 热烈。Shuāngfāng jiù hézuò wèntí jìnxíng le rè liè de tǎolùn.The two sides had a heated discussion about cooperation.
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