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貼心的用法 When and how to use ‘’貼心‘’

  • Writer: Celeste Wu
    Celeste Wu
  • Aug 14, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: Mar 18


Smiley faces on a beige background with text: "When and how to use '贴心' tiē xīn." Includes Instagram handle @wumandarin. When and how to use 貼心, how to say you are so sweet in mandarin chinese

The word 貼心 ( ) is used in Mandarin Chinese to describe someone who is thoughtful, considerate, or caring. It can be used to describe actions, behaviors, or even people who show deep concern for others and pay attention to their needs and feelings.

When to Use 貼心

  • Describing a Person:

When someone is very caring or thoughtful, especially in a way that shows they understand your needs without being asked.

她真是個貼心的朋友  Tā zhēn shì ge tiē xīn de péng yǒu. (She is such a thoughtful friend.)


Text in various languages describes a thoughtful friend, surrounded by smiling faces and a beige background. Instagram handle: @wumandarin.
她真是個貼心的朋友

  • Describing Actions or Behaviors:

When an action or gesture is done with care and consideration for others.

他為我準備了一頓貼心的晚餐 Tā wèi wǒ zhǔn bèi le yí dùn tiē xīn de wǎn cān ( He prepared a thoughtful dinner for me.)


Text with smiling faces on a beige background reads, "He prepared a thoughtful dinner for me" in English, Chinese, and pinyin. 他為我準備了一頓貼心的晚餐

  • Describing Gifts or Things:

    When a gift or item is chosen with special care, reflecting the giver’s understanding of the recipient's preferences or needs.

    這個禮物真貼心 Zhè ge lǐ wù zhēn tiē xīn (This gift is really thoughtful.)


    Text reading "3. Describing Gifts or Things: This gift is really thoughtful" in Chinese, Pinyin, and English, with smiling motifs and "@wumandarin". 這個禮物真貼心

How to Use 貼心

  • As an Adjective: 貼心 is often used directly before a noun to describe someone or something.

    • 貼心的朋友 tiē xīn de péng yǒu(thoughtful friend)

    • 貼心的禮物 tiē xīn de lǐ wù(thoughtful gift)

  • As a Compliment: It can also be used in a sentence to compliment someone for their thoughtfulness.

    • 你真的很貼心 Nǐ zhēn de hěn tiē xīn.(You are really thoughtful.)

Common Contexts:

  • When someone goes out of their way to do something kind or considerate for you.

  • When someone anticipates your needs or desires and acts on them.

  • When describing someone who is emotionally supportive and caring.


Note: 貼心 conveys a warm, positive sentiment and is often used in close relationships, such as with friends, family, or a partner.


In Korean, "貼心" is translated differently depending on the context, using words like 자상하다, 다정하다 , and 친절하다. However, when translated into Chinese, they all become "貼心" and can all be expressed as "貼心.”



 
 
 

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