暖 (nuǎn) - Warm — refers to a comfortably high temperature & to warm up

暖Tone 3

nuǎn ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

柠七

暖 · nuǎn

Warm — refers to a comfortably high temperature;

to warm up;

to make warm;

also used metaphorically for warmth of feeling or atmosphere.

Warm — refers to a comfortably high temperatureto warm upto make warm

Usage highlights

Warm weatherWarm clothingWarmWarm upHeatingWarm color

Synonyms

  • 温— warm, mild, temperate
  • 热— hot, warm (higher temperature)

Antonyms

  • 冷— cold, chilly
  • 凉— cool, cold
  • 寒— cold, frigid

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The weather is warm today (今天天气很暖和).
  • Please warm up the food (请把食物暖一下).
  • This blanket is very warm (这条毯子很暖).
  • Her words brought me warmth (她的话让我心里暖暖的).

Collocations

  • Warm weather(暖和的天气)
  • Warm clothing(暖和的衣服)
  • Warm-hearted(热心)
  • Warm up(暖身)
  • Heating(暖气)
  • Warm color(暖色)

Idioms

  • Warm as spring breeze(春暖花开)
  • Warm words and soft language(暖语温言)
  • Warm in winter and cool in summer(冬暖夏凉)
  • Warm the seat with one's body(席暖而卧)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Associated with comfort, kindness, and positive emotional states in Chinese culture.
  • Often used in poetry and literature to describe pleasant weather or affectionate relationships.
  • In traditional Chinese medicine, maintaining warmth is considered important for health.

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