Definition
平平静静 is the AABB reduplication of 平静 (calm, peaceful). It emphasizes a state of complete calm and tranquility, often used as an adverb (with 地) or as a predicate adjective. This form is more vivid and descriptive than the base word, conveying a sense of undisturbed peace.
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calmlypeacefullyin a calm and quiet manner
Examples
- 平平静静。Tā píng píng jìng jìng de zuò zài nàlǐ.He sat there calmly.
- 平平静静，。Shēnghuó píng píng jìng jìng, méiyǒu bōlán.Life is calm and peaceful, without any waves.
- 平平静静。Tā píng píng jìng jìng de jiēshòu le zhège jiéguǒ.She calmly accepted this result.
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