宁
peaceful; comfort; visit; Nanjing; surname
Meanings
5 senses · 25 examplesadjective
peaceful; tranquil; calm
Describes a state of peace without disturbance.
This small village is peaceful and suitable for living.
He has been restless ever since he heard the news.
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Everyone hopes to live a peaceful life.
A quiet atmosphere is needed in the hospital ward.
After mediation, the family finally restored harmony and peace.
verb
to pacify; to calm; to bring peace to
literaryFormal literary usage, often used in official or written contexts.
The court sent generals to pacify the border and strengthen frontier defense.
He hopes to use negotiation to end the dispute and calm the situation.
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The purpose of the policy is to stabilize the border and comfort the people.
The mediator worked to resolve the conflict between the two parties.
He took measures to stabilize the turbulent situation.
verb
to visit; to探望 (parents)
archaicAncient literary term, now rarely used in daily speech except in formal or classical contexts.
He returned to his hometown to visit his parents during the holiday.
Ancient officials could not easily return home to visit their parents during their term.
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She asked for leave to return home to visit her sick mother.
The ritual of visiting parents was an important part of ancient filial piety.
He had not returned for many years, and this time he finally got to visit his parents.
noun
another name for Nanjing
formalUsed in formal place names or historical contexts.
The Shanghai-Nanjing Railway connects Shanghai and Nanjing.
The Nanjing-Shanghai Expressway is an important transportation artery in China.
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He took the high-speed train from Nanjing to Shanghai, which only took one and a half hours.
The Nanjing-Hangzhou High-speed Railway connects Nanjing and Hangzhou.
Ningbo is the abbreviation for Nanjing Museum.
noun
surname Ning
A relatively common Chinese surname.
Mr. Ning is a new colleague in our company.
Professor Ning teaches at Peking University.
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I know a doctor with the surname Ning.
Director Ning presided over this meeting.
Ms. Ning is the owner of this restaurant.