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平稳 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
平稳píngwěnsmoothHSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #13337, Very Hard
平稳píngwěnsteadyHSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #13337, Very Hard
píngwěn(ping2wen3)ping wen T2
  1. 1smooth
  2. 2steady
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March 24, 2026

平稳(平穩)píngwěn(ping2wen3)

平稳 (píngwěn) refers to a state of being smooth and steady, often used to describe conditions that are stable and free from disturbance. Common usage contexts include discussions about weather, traffic, or even emotional states, indicating a lack of fluctuation or turbulence.

Strokes19Frequency#13337DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of balance and harmony is highly valued, making the idea of '平稳' not just a physical state but also a philosophical one, reflecting the ideal of a peaceful life without extremes.

Memory Tip

Imagine a calm lake (平) that is perfectly still (稳) without any ripples. The sound of 'ping' suggests a smooth ping of a stone skipping over the water, while 'wen' reminds you of 'when' it was so serene. Together, they create a picture of tranquility.

Meanings of 平稳

píngwěn(ping2wen3)
1smooth
2steady
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About 平稳

平稳Simplified
平穩Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1

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平稳 (píngwěn) vs 稳定 (wěndìng) — use 平稳 for describing smooth and steady conditions, while 稳定 emphasizes overall stability or reliability.

Usage Notes

Avoid confusing 平稳 with similar words like 稳定 (wěndìng), which leans more towards stability in terms of structure or reliability. It is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but is particularly common in news reports and academic discussions. Be mindful of the tones, as mispronouncing either can change the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

While 平稳 is not explicitly listed in HSK vocabulary, it shares components with words in the HSK levels, such as 平 (píng) in 平常 (ordinary) and 稳 (wěn) in 稳定 (stable). Focus on the combination of these characters to deepen your understanding of related terms.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 平稳 with the word 不稳 (bù wěn), which means unstable. An incorrect sentence might be '这个天气很不稳', but it would be more accurate to say '这个天气很平稳' if the weather is calm.

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Component Characters

平píngflat
HSK 55 strokes广
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稳wěnsettled
HSK 714 strokes禾
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How to say smooth in Chinese

“smooth” in Chinese is平稳píngwěn

平稳 (píngwěn) refers to a state of being smooth and steady, often used to describe conditions that are stable and free from disturbance. Common usage contexts include discussions about weather, traffic, or even emotional states, indicating a lack of fluctuation or turbulence.

When to use 平稳

Avoid confusing 平稳 with similar words like 稳定 (wěndìng), which leans more towards stability in terms of structure or reliability. It is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but is particularly common in news reports and academic discussions. Be mindful of the tones, as mispronouncing either can change the meaning.

平稳 or something close to it

平稳 (píngwěn) vs 稳定 (wěndìng) — use 平稳 for describing smooth and steady conditions, while 稳定 emphasizes overall stability or reliability.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 平稳 with the word 不稳 (bù wěn), which means unstable. An incorrect sentence might be '这个天气很不稳', but it would be more accurate to say '这个天气很平稳' if the weather is calm.

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No, 平稳 can also describe emotional states, such as feeling calm or steady in response to stress.

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