B2 noun Formal 1 min read

恳切

/kən⁵⁵ t͡ɕʰi̯ɛ⁵⁵/
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Kěnqiè describes a sincere and earnest attitude, often conveying deep hope in requests or advice.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Sincere and earnest attitude or plea.
  • Expresses deep, heartfelt hope.
  • Used in requests, advice, and wishes.

Overview

恳切 (kěnqiè) 是一个形容词，用来形容态度、言语或情感非常真诚、深切，充满殷切的希望。它表达了一种发自内心、不含虚假、希望对方能够认真对待或理解的恳挚态度。这个词语常用于需要表达强烈情感和真诚愿望的场合。

恳切通常用来修饰“态度”、“话语”、“请求”、“建议”、“希望”、“心情”等名词。它强调的是一种由内而外的真诚和迫切感。例如，“他恳切地请求我们帮助”、“老师恳切地教导我们”、“我怀着恳切的心情等待你的回复”。

恳切常出现在需要表达真挚情感和强烈愿望的语境中，比如：

**表达愿望：** 在表达自己的殷切希望时，也会用到“恳切”，如“我恳切地希望你能接受我的道歉。”

殷切主要形容希望、期望非常深厚，侧重于“希望”的程度。而恳切则更侧重于表达这种深切希望时的态度和言语。

诚恳和恳切非常接近，都表示真诚的态度。但恳切在某些语境下比诚恳更强调情感的深切和请求的迫切性。

真诚更侧重于不虚伪、不欺骗，强调的是内心的真实性。恳切则在真诚的基础上，更增添了一层深切、殷切的意味，带有强烈的希望和期待。

Examples

1

他恳切地请求大家能给他一个改正的机会。

everyday

He earnestly requested everyone to give him a chance to correct himself.

2

老师用恳切的语气告诫学生要珍惜时光。

formal

The teacher earnestly admonished the students to cherish their time.

3

我恳切地希望你能认真考虑我的建议。

informal

I sincerely hope you will seriously consider my suggestion.

4

在学术会议上，他恳切地阐述了自己的研究观点。

academic

At the academic conference, he earnestly expounded his research viewpoints.

Common Collocations

恳切的态度 Earnest attitude
恳切的请求 Earnest request
恳切地希望 Earnestly hope
恳切地教导 Earnestly teach/admonish

Common Phrases

恳切地请求

To earnestly request

恳切的建议

Earnest suggestion

恳切的心情

Earnest mood/feeling

Often Confused With

恳切 vs 诚恳 (chéngkěn)

'Chéngkěn' is very similar, emphasizing sincerity and honesty. 'Kěnqiè' often implies a deeper, more urgent plea or hope, adding a layer of earnestness to the sincerity.

恳切 vs 真诚 (zhēnchéng)

'Zhēnchéng' means genuine or sincere, focusing on the absence of falsehood. 'Kěnqiè' builds on sincerity by adding a strong sense of earnestness and heartfelt hope, often in the context of making a request or giving advice.

Grammar Patterns

恳切 + 地 + 动词 (e.g., 恳切地请求) 恳切 + 的 + 名词 (e.g., 恳切的态度) 怀着恳切的心情

How to Use It

Usage Notes

This word is generally used in more formal or serious contexts. It conveys a sense of deep sincerity and earnestness that might feel too strong for very casual interactions. Use it when you want to emphasize the gravity and heartfelt nature of your words or feelings.

Common Mistakes

Avoid using 'kěnqiè' for trivial matters or in overly casual settings, as it might sound insincere or inappropriately serious. Ensure the context truly calls for such a strong expression of earnestness.

Tips

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Focus on Sincerity and Hope

Remember that 'kěnqiè' emphasizes both genuine sincerity and a deep sense of hope or earnestness.

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Avoid Overuse in Casual Talk

While sincere, 'kěnqiè' can sound overly formal or intense in very casual, everyday conversations.

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Value of Earnestness in Communication

In Chinese culture, expressing oneself with 'kěnqiè' is often seen as a sign of respect and genuine care towards the recipient.

Word Origin

The character '恳' (kěn) originally related to 'heart' (心) and 'difficult' (艰), suggesting a heartfelt effort or plea. '切' (qiè) means 'urgent' or 'close'. Together, they form 'kěnqiè', meaning a heartfelt and urgent plea or sincere attitude.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, expressing oneself with 'kěnqiè' is highly valued, especially in interpersonal relationships, as it demonstrates respect, sincerity, and genuine care for the other person's feelings or situation.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone 'knocking' (kěn) earnestly on your door, hoping for a 'quick' (qiè) response because their need is urgent and sincere.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

恳切和诚恳都表示真诚的态度，但恳切更强调情感的深切和请求的迫切性，有时带有更强烈的希望对方理解或接受的意味。诚恳则更侧重于态度本身的不虚伪。

恳切可以用于请求、建议、劝告、教导、表达希望等多种场合，尤其是在需要强调真挚情感和殷切期望的时候。

恳切是褒义词。它所表达的真诚、深切的态度是受人赞赏的。

通常用作形容词，修饰“态度”、“话语”、“请求”、“建议”等，如“恳切的态度”、“恳切的建议”。也可以用于副词性地表达，如“他恳切地说道”。

Test Yourself

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他______地向老师说明了自己的困难，希望得到老师的理解。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 恳切

句子描述的是一种真诚地说明困难并希望得到理解的态度，‘恳切’最符合这种语境。

multiple choice

下列哪个选项最能体现“恳切”的态度？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 带着真诚的期望和深切的关怀提出建议。

‘恳切’的核心在于真诚的态度和深切的期望，选项B准确地描述了这一点。

sentence building

请用“恳切”和“帮助”造句。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我恳切地请求你帮助我。

这个句子结构完整，‘恳切地’修饰‘请求’，准确地表达了真诚请求帮助的意思。

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