平和 (píng hé) — gentle, mild, placid (of temperament, tone, attitude, or atmosphere)

Definition

平和 emphasizes a calm, undisturbed quality — of mood, tone, or a situation — free from conflict or agitation. 温和 focuses more on warmth in character or climate; 安详 is a composed expression or demeanor.

adjective
gentlemildplacid (of temperament, tone, attitude, or atmosphere)

Examples

  • 平和
    Tā shuō huà de yǔ qì hěn píng hé, ràng rén jué de hěn shū fu.
    Her tone of voice is very gentle, making people feel comfortable.
  • 平和
    Zhè ge dì qū jú shì píng hé, méi yǒu chōng tū.
    The situation in this region is peaceful, with no conflict.
  • 平和
    Tā xīn tài píng hé, cóng bù jí zào.
    He has a calm mindset and never gets impatient.

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