心平气和

발음: xīn píng qì hé 문자 그대로의 의미: Heart calm and breath harmonious

기원과 용법

This idiom combines 'calm heart' (心平) with 'harmonious breath/energy' (气和), reflecting traditional Chinese understanding of emotional and physical balance. In Chinese medicine and philosophy, the state of one's 'qi' (气) directly affects emotional disposition. The phrase appears in Song Dynasty Neo-Confucian texts promoting emotional equilibrium as essential for moral cultivation. It represents the ideal state for rational discourse and decision-making. Modern usage encourages composed, level-headed communication, especially in potentially contentious situations.

예문

영어: "Let's discuss this matter calmly and rationally."

중국어: 让我们心平气和地讨论这件事。