关怀

• Pinyin: guān huái
• Hanzi breakdown: 关 = to concern/close; 怀 = heart/bosom

Meaning

To show loving care; to be concerned about. Deep care and attention toward someone.

Implies warm, sincere concern for someone's wellbeing. Stronger and more emotional than 关心. Often used to describe care from elders, leaders, or organizations toward individuals.

Examples

1. 父母的关怀让我感到无比温暖。 My parents' loving care makes me feel incredibly warm.
2. 社会各界对贫困儿童给予了极大的关怀。 All sectors of society have shown great care for children in poverty.
3. 领导对员工的关怀体现在每一个细节中。 The leadership's care for employees is reflected in every detail.

Usage Guide

Context: family, organization, welfare, emotional

Tone: warm

Do Say

• 感谢您的关怀！(Thank you for your care!)
• 老师对学生的关怀令人感动。(The teacher's care for students is touching.)

Don't Say

• 我关怀天气 (关怀 is for people, not things — use 关心 or 关注 for non-human subjects)

Origin & History

Compound of 关 (to concern, relate to) + 怀 (heart, bosom), expressing heartfelt concern.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal