Definition
慈祥 describes the kindly, benevolent appearance or demeanor of an elderly person — it's the warm, gentle look of an old face. 和蔼 (hé ǎi) is more general: an amiable, approachable manner for any age. 善良 (shàn liáng) refers to a kindhearted character, not appearance.
adjective
kindlybenevolent (of an elderly person's appearance or demeanor)
Easily confused
- 慈善cí shànlook-alikecharitable; benevolent
Examples
- 慈祥。Zhè wèi cí xiáng de lǎorén zǒngshì bāngzhù línjū.This kindly old person always helps their neighbors.
- 慈祥。Lǎo nǎinai liǎn shàng dài zhe cí xiáng de wēixiào.The old lady wore a benevolent smile on her face.
- 慈祥。Tā cí xiáng de mùguāng ràng wǒ gǎndào wēnnuǎn.His kind gaze made me feel warm.
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