Yin

Pronunciation: /ˈjɪn/

Yin (noun)

  1. In Chinese thought, one of two opposite forces that work together to create balance in nature and people.
  2. A quality often linked with darkness, calmness, and passivity in traditional Chinese descriptions of life.

Examples

  • Yin and yang balance each other in traditional Chinese thinking.
  • The teacher explains yin as a balancing force in nature.