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缓和

ease

Character Composition

Characters

Pinyin

huan3he2 • huǎnhé

Meaning

Primary

ease

Alternatives

easing, eases, eased, alleviate

Mnemonic

When you encounter a high-friction and tense environment, you should try to 缓和 ease it so it becomes 缓 unhurried and full of 和 harmony instead.

Usage

缓和 双方 的 紧张 情势

ease the tensions between both sides

这 药 可以 缓和 疼痛。

This medicine can ease the pain.

深 呼吸 可以 缓和 焦虑。

Deep breathing can help ease anxiety.