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穩 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
穩wěnsteady, stable; solid, firmx, 19 strokes, radical 禾
wěn(wen3)wen T3
  1. 1steady, stable; solid, firm
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March 24, 2026

穩wěn(wen3)

The character 穩 (wěn) refers to the concepts of being steady, stable, and solid. It is commonly used to describe physical stability, such as a strong structure, as well as emotional stability, indicating a calm demeanor. In various contexts, it can imply reliability and assurance.

Strokes19Radical禾
Cultural Note

The concept of stability is highly valued in Chinese culture, often reflected in sayings like '安居乐业' (ān jū lè yè), which emphasizes a stable life leading to happiness. This reflects a broader cultural emphasis on harmony and balance.

Memory Tip

Imagine a sturdy fence (the radical 穴, meaning 'cave' or 'hole') protecting a calm pond (the character itself). This image represents stability, as the fence holds the pond's waters steady and unmoving, reinforcing the pronunciation 'wěn' with the idea of a serene environment.

Meanings of 穩

wěn(wen3)
1steady, stable; solid, firm
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About 穩

穩Simplified
19Strokes
禾Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast

稳 (wěn) vs 固 (gù) — use 穩 for stability in both physical and emotional contexts, while 固 emphasizes firmness or rigidity.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 穩 with similar characters like 稳, which is the simplified version used in mainland China. It is important to note the formal contexts where 穩 may be used, such as in written reports or official documents, while also being familiar with its informal applications.

HSK Study Tips

Though not currently in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding 穩 can enhance comprehension of more advanced terms related to stability, such as 安稳 (ān wěn, meaning 'safe and stable'). Students should focus on recognizing it in context and practicing its usage in sentences.

Common Mistakes

Learners often write 穩 incorrectly by using the simplified version 稳 when they mean to use the traditional form. Always check the context to ensure you're using the correct form based on your audience.

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Etymology of 穩

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

grain

Semantic (meaning)禾
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Phonetic (sound)㥯
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Origin

穩 = 禾 + 㥯. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 穩

IDS Structure⿰禾㥯
穩Full Character
=
禾he2
left
㥯yin3
right
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Parts

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How to say steady, stable; solid, firm in Chinese

“steady, stable; solid, firm” in Chinese is穩wěn

The character 穩 (wěn) refers to the concepts of being steady, stable, and solid. It is commonly used to describe physical stability, such as a strong structure, as well as emotional stability, indicating a calm demeanor. In various contexts, it can imply reliability and assurance.

When to use 穩

Learners often confuse 穩 with similar characters like 稳, which is the simplified version used in mainland China. It is important to note the formal contexts where 穩 may be used, such as in written reports or official documents, while also being familiar with its informal applications.

穩 or something close to it

稳 (wěn) vs 固 (gù) — use 穩 for stability in both physical and emotional contexts, while 固 emphasizes firmness or rigidity.

What learners get wrong

Learners often write 穩 incorrectly by using the simplified version 稳 when they mean to use the traditional form. Always check the context to ensure you're using the correct form based on your audience.

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Word Family of 穩

Words Containing This Character20
稳定wěndìngsteady穩定
稳wěnsettled穩
平稳píngwěnsmooth平穩
稳定性stability穩定性
安稳ānwěnsmooth and steady安穩
稳步steadily穩步
稳健wěnjiànfirm穩健
不稳定unstable不穩定
稳固wěngùstable穩固
稳重wěnzhòngsteady穩重
站稳to stand firm站穩
稳妥wěntuǒdependable穩妥
沉稳chénwěnsteady沉穩
稳操胜券grasp it and victory is assured穩操勝券
稳当reliable穩當
稳扎稳打fig. steadily and surely穩扎穩打
十拿九稳to be a cinch十拿九穩
站稳脚跟to stand firmly站穩腳跟
稳态steady state穩態
四平八稳everything steady and stable (idiom); overcautious and unimaginary四平八穩
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Frequently Asked Questions about 穩

You pronounce it as 'wěn', with a falling-rising tone.

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