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March 24, 2026
慣guàn(guan4)
The character 慣 (guàn) refers to a habit or custom, embodying the sense of something that is done regularly or usually. It is often used to describe actions that have become second nature or routines that individuals or cultures follow.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, forming habits is often viewed positively, as they can lead to discipline and stability in life, reflecting the importance of routines in daily activities and traditional practices.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 慣 as a person (心, heart) getting used to (慣, accustomed) something over time. Imagine someone in a cozy chair, relaxing into their daily routine, representing how habits form and become comfortable.
Meanings of 慣
guàn(guan4)
1habit, custom; habitual, usual
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慣Simplified
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忄Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 慣
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习惯 (xíguàn) vs 慣 (guàn) — use 习惯 for general habits or practices, while 慣 emphasizes the habitual nature of something that has become second nature.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 慣 as a person (心, heart) getting used to (慣, accustomed) something over time. Imagine someone in a cozy chair, relaxing into their daily routine, representing how habits form and become comfortable.
Usage Notes
This character is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. Be careful with its tone, as using the wrong tone can change the meaning. Common collocations include '習慣' (xíguàn, habit) and '慣用語' (guànyòngyǔ, idiomatic expression).
HSK Study Tips
Although 慣 is not specifically listed in the HSK levels, it connects to HSK 3 and 4 vocabulary related to daily routines and behaviors. Focus on practice with phrases that include this character to enhance understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, forming habits is often viewed positively, as they can lead to discipline and stability in life, reflecting the importance of routines in daily activities and traditional practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 慣 (guàn) with the similar-sounding 論 (lùn), which means 'to discuss' or 'theory.' A common mistake is saying '我很論這個' (wǒ hěn lùn zhège) when they mean to say '我很慣這個' (wǒ hěn guàn zhège) to express being accustomed to something.
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Cultural Notes for 慣
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In Chinese culture, forming habits is often viewed positively, as they can lead to discipline and stability in life, reflecting the importance of routines in daily activities and traditional practices.
Word Family of 慣
Words Containing This Character20
习惯xíguànhabit習慣
惯例guànlìconvention慣例
惯guànused to慣
惯性guànxìnginertia慣性
习惯性customary習慣性
看不惯to hate看不慣
惯用habitual慣用
司空见惯sīkōngjiànguàna common occurrence (idiom)司空見慣
惯犯recidivist慣犯
娇生惯养pampered and spoiled since childhood嬌生慣養
娇惯jiāoguànto pamper嬌慣
惯常usual慣常
习惯法customary law習慣法
习惯成自然second nature習慣成自然
惯量inertia (mechanics)慣量
惯偷habitual thief慣偷
转动惯量moment of inertia (mechanics)轉動慣量
惯窃habitual thief慣竊
习惯自然second nature習慣自然
惯贼habitual thief慣賊
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 慣
慣 (guàn) refers to the state of being accustomed to something, while 習慣 (xíguàn) specifically means a habit or custom.
Yes, 慣 (guàn) can be used in both formal and informal contexts, often discussing habits in essays or discussions.
The correct pronunciation is with a falling tone: guàn.
