Definition
忠厚 describes a person who is honest, loyal, and kind-hearted — someone who treats others sincerely and never cheats. However, in colloquial use it can carry a negative overtone, implying that the person is so trusting and easygoing that they come across as weak-willed or naïve. The context determines whether it's a compliment or a mild criticism.
s.v.
honest and kind-hearted (positive)(colloquial) overly trustingnaiveweak-willed (negative)
Examples
- 忠厚，。Tā wéirén zhōng hòu, cóng bù piàn rén.He is honest and kind-hearted, never deceives anyone.
- 忠厚，。Nǐ tài zhōng hòu le, biérén shuō shénme nǐ dōu xìn.You're too trusting — you believe whatever others say.
- 忠厚，。Suīrán tā xìnggé zhōng hòu, dàn gāi jiānchí de shíhou yě huì jiānchí.Although she has a gentle and honest personality, she can also stand her ground when needed.
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