HSK 7, a, 14 strokes, radical 禾, rank #3759, Very Hard
稳
wěn
steady
HSK 7, a, 14 strokes, radical 禾, rank #3759, Very Hard
稳
wěn
stable
HSK 7, a, 14 strokes, radical 禾, rank #3759, Very Hard
稳
wěn
steady, stable; solid, firm
HSK 7, a, 14 strokes, radical 禾, rank #3759, Very Hard
wěn(wen3) T3
1settled
2steady
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March 24, 2026
稳(穩)wěn(wen3)
The character 稳 (wěn) means 'steady' or 'stable.' It is commonly used in contexts where reliability or firmness is emphasized, such as in discussions about finances, relationships, or safety. The nuance suggests a sense of security and consistency over time.
Strokes14Radical禾Frequency#3759DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of stability is crucial, especially in contexts like family and finances. The emphasis on being '稳' reflects the value placed on harmony and balance in life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a sturdy, solid wall (the character's structure) that stands firm against the wind. The wall is '稳' (wěn) because it represents stability and security. The pronunciation 'wěn' sounds like 'when,' as in 'when will the wall stand steady?'
Meanings of 稳
wěn(wen3)
1settled
2steady
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About 稳
稳Simplified
穩Traditional
14Strokes
禾Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#3759Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
稳 (wěn) vs 固 (gù) — use 稳 for stability with a focus on security, while 固 emphasizes firmness or rigidity.
Usage Notes
Be cautious when using 稳 in different contexts; it often collocates with words like 稳定 (wěndìng, stable) or 稳妥 (wěntuǒ, reliable). This word is generally neutral and can be used formally or informally, but ensure you use the correct tone to avoid confusion, as the third tone can sometimes be mispronounced.
HSK Study Tips
While 稳 is not listed in the current HSK levels, it connects with other common HSK words related to stability, such as 可靠 (kěkào, reliable) and 安全 (ānquán, safe). Focus on using it in sentences that describe conditions or states to reinforce its meaning.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 稳 (wěn) with 援 (yuán), which means 'to assist.' For example, saying '我觉得这个计划是援' is incorrect; it should be '我觉得这个计划是稳.'
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2The sound half㥯 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawaygrain
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 稳?
Decomposition of 稳
IDS Structure⿰禾急
稳Full Character
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禾he2
left
急ji2
right
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Which of these is a component of 稳?
How to say settled in Chinese
“settled” in Chinese is稳wěn
The character 稳 (wěn) means 'steady' or 'stable.' It is commonly used in contexts where reliability or firmness is emphasized, such as in discussions about finances, relationships, or safety. The nuance suggests a sense of security and consistency over time.
When to use 稳
Be cautious when using 稳 in different contexts; it often collocates with words like 稳定 (wěndìng, stable) or 稳妥 (wěntuǒ, reliable). This word is generally neutral and can be used formally or informally, but ensure you use the correct tone to avoid confusion, as the third tone can sometimes be mispronounced.
稳 or something close to it
稳 (wěn) vs 固 (gù) — use 稳 for stability with a focus on security, while 固 emphasizes firmness or rigidity.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 稳 (wěn) with 援 (yuán), which means 'to assist.' For example, saying '我觉得这个计划是援' is incorrect; it should be '我觉得这个计划是稳.'
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Grammar Patterns of 稳
稳 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高,not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.