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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
镇定zhèndìngcalmHSK 7, v, 23 strokes, rank #5294, Very Hard
镇定zhèndìngunperturbedHSK 7, v, 23 strokes, rank #5294, Very Hard
镇定zhèndìngcoolHSK 7, v, 23 strokes, rank #5294, Very Hard
zhèndìng(zhen4ding4)zhen ding T4
  1. 1calm
  2. 2unperturbed
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March 24, 2026

镇定(鎮定)zhèndìng(zhen4ding4)

镇定 (zhèndìng) means to remain calm and unperturbed, especially in stressful or challenging situations. It is often used to describe a person's demeanor when facing adversity or pressure, emphasizing their composure and control over emotions.

Strokes23Frequency#5294DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, maintaining a calm demeanor is highly valued, particularly in stressful situations, reflecting a person's maturity and wisdom. This concept is often illustrated in traditional stories where protagonists remain 镇定 to overcome challenges.

Memory tip

Imagine a serene town (镇) where everything is peaceful and unshaken (定). Picture someone standing in the center, completely calm despite the chaos around them. The character 镇 suggests a place (town), while 定 signifies stability, helping you remember its meaning of being calm and composed.

Meanings of 镇定

zhèndìng(zhen4ding4)
1calm
2unperturbed
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About 镇定

镇定Simplified
鎮定Traditional
23Strokes
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#5294Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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冷静 (lěngjìng) - use 镇定 when emphasizing composure in the face of pressure, while 冷静 focuses more on a calm demeanor without emotional disturbance.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of using 镇定 in contexts where calmness under pressure is essential, such as during emergencies or crisis situations. Avoid confusing it with similar terms like 平静 (píngjìng), which means peaceful or tranquil, as 镇定 emphasizes active composure rather than passive calmness.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 镇定 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to emotions and reactions. Students should focus on using it in phrases describing emotional control and practice its usage in complex sentences to show nuanced understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 镇定 with 冷静 (lěngjìng), mistakenly using them interchangeably. For example, saying '他很镇定' (Tā hěn zhèndìng) in a casual situation where 冷静 would be more appropriate can lead to awkwardness. It's important to choose based on the context of emotional control versus general calmness.

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镇zhènto press down
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How to say calm in Chinese

“calm” in Chinese is镇定zhèndìng

镇定 (zhèndìng) means to remain calm and unperturbed, especially in stressful or challenging situations. It is often used to describe a person's demeanor when facing adversity or pressure, emphasizing their composure and control over emotions.

When to use 镇定

Be mindful of using 镇定 in contexts where calmness under pressure is essential, such as during emergencies or crisis situations. Avoid confusing it with similar terms like 平静 (píngjìng), which means peaceful or tranquil, as 镇定 emphasizes active composure rather than passive calmness.

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冷静 (lěngjìng) - use 镇定 when emphasizing composure in the face of pressure, while 冷静 focuses more on a calm demeanor without emotional disturbance.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 镇定 with 冷静 (lěngjìng), mistakenly using them interchangeably. For example, saying '他很镇定' (Tā hěn zhèndìng) in a casual situation where 冷静 would be more appropriate can lead to awkwardness. It's important to choose based on the context of emotional control versus general calmness.

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Grammar patterns of 镇定

镇定 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 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.

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她设法让自己____下来，并小声问：“你有烟吗？”

Somehow she steadied herself and murmured, "Have you got a cigarette?"

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她设法让自己镇定下来，并小声问：“你有烟吗？”

tā shèfǎ ràng zìjǐ zhèndìng xiàlái， bìng xiǎoshēng wèn：“ nǐ yǒu yān ma？”

Somehow she steadied herself and murmured, "Have you got a cigarette?"
2
她镇定而且坚强，绝不会垮掉。

tā zhèndìng érqiě jiānqiáng， jué bù huì kuǎ diào。

She's calm and strong, and she is just not going to crack.
3
有一小会儿他看上去有些迟疑不定，之后又恢复了镇定。

yǒu yī xiǎo huì ér tā kànshangqu yǒuxiē chíyí búdìng， zhīhòu yòu huīfù le zhèndìng。

For a minute he looked uncertain, and then recovered his composure.
4
盖尔镇定地注视着哈里，沉默了片刻。

gài ěr zhèndìng dì zhùshì zhe Hā lǐ， chénmò le piànkè。

Gail was silent for a moment, regarding Harry with his steady gaze.
5
克里斯蒂面对记者，显得镇定自若。

kè lǐ Sī dì miànduì jìzhě， xiǎnde zhèndìng zì ruò。

Christie looked relaxed and calm as he faced the press.
6
我确保自己听上去很镇定，但脑筋却飞快地转着。

wǒ quèbǎo zìjǐ tīng shàngqù hěn zhèndìng， dàn nǎojīn què fēi kuài dì zhuǎi zhe。

I made sure I sounded calm but my mind was racing.
7
我听到他叫她镇定.

wǒ tīngdào tā jiào tā zhèndìng.

I heard he ask her to compose herself.
8
那男孩子镇定地关掉了煤气。

nà nán háizi zhèndìng dì guāndiào le méiqì。

The boy had the presence of mind to turn off the gas.
9
杰克逊镇定自若，始终克制着情绪。

jié kè xùn zhèndìng zì ruò， shǐzhōng kèzhì zhe qíngxù。

Jackson remained calm and always master of his passions.
10
在危机时刻，他总是表现得非常镇定，能迅速找到解决方案。

Zài wēijī shíkè, tā zǒng shì biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng, néng xùnsù zhǎodào jiějué fāng'àn.

During a crisis, he always remains very calm and quickly finds solutions.
11
面临重大决策时，领导者需要保持镇定，以便做出理智的判断。

Miànlín zhòngdà juécè shí, lǐngdǎozhě xūyào bǎochí zhèndìng, yǐbiàn zuòchū lǐzhì de pànduàn.

When facing major decisions, leaders need to remain calm to make rational judgments.
12
在危机时刻，他总是表现得非常镇定，能迅速找到解决方案。

Zài wēijī shíkè, tā zǒng shì biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng, néng xùnsù zhǎodào jiějué fāng'àn.

During a crisis, he always remains very calm and quickly finds solutions.
13
面临重大决策时，领导者需要保持镇定，以便做出理智的判断。

Miànlín zhòngdà juécè shí, lǐngdǎozhě xūyào bǎochí zhèndìng, yǐbiàn zuòchū lǐzhì de pànduàn.

When facing major decisions, leaders need to remain calm to make rational judgments.
14
在紧急情况下，医生需要保持镇定，以便迅速做出正确的决定。

Zài jǐnjí qíngkuàng xià, yīshēng xūyào bǎochí zhèndìng, yǐbiàn xùnsù zuòchū zhèngquè de juédìng.

In emergency situations, doctors need to remain calm to quickly make the right decisions.
15
尽管发生了地震，他仍然镇定地指挥大家撤离。

Jǐnguǎn fāshēngle dìzhèn, tā réngrán zhèndìng de zhǐhuī dàjiā chèlí.

Despite the earthquake, he calmly directed everyone to evacuate.
16
她在演讲时表现得非常镇定，没有表现出一点紧张。

Tā zài yǎnjiǎng shí biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng, méiyǒu biǎoxiàn chū yīdiǎn jǐnzhāng.

She was very calm during her speech, showing no sign of nervousness.
17
他以镇定的态度面对突如其来的挑战，赢得了大家的尊重。

Tā yǐ zhèndìng de tàidù miànduì tūrúqílái de tiǎozhàn, yíngdéle dàjiā de zūnzhòng.

He faced the unexpected challenge with a calm demeanor, earning everyone's respect.
18
在紧急着陆过程中，机长保持了镇定，成功保护了所有乘客的安全。

Zài jǐnjí zhuólù guòchéng zhōng, jīzhǎng bǎochí le zhèndìng, chénggōng bǎohù le suǒyǒu chéngkè de ānquán.

During the emergency landing, the captain remained calm and successfully ensured the safety of all passengers.
19
面对突如其来的市场变化，投资经理镇定地调整了投资组合。

Miàn duì tūrúqílái de shìchǎng biànhuà, tóuzī jīnglǐ zhèndìng de tiáozhěng le tóuzī zǔhé.

Faced with sudden market changes, the investment manager calmly adjusted the portfolio.
20
她在演讲时，虽然场下有数百人，但依然表现得非常镇定。

Tā zài yǎnjiǎng shí, suīrán chǎngxià yǒu shù bǎi rén, dàn yīrán biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng.

During her speech, although there were hundreds of people in the audience, she remained very calm.
21
在听到坏消息后，他镇定地分析了情况，并迅速采取了行动。

Zài tīng dào huài xiāoxi hòu, tā zhèndìng de fēnxī le qíngkuàng, bìng xùnsù cǎiqǔ le xíngdòng.

After hearing the bad news, he calmly analyzed the situation and quickly took action.
22
在危机时刻，他总是表现得非常镇定，能迅速找到解决方案。

Zài wēijī shíkè, tā zǒng shì biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng, néng xùnsù zhǎodào jiějué fāng'àn.

During a crisis, he always remains very calm and quickly finds solutions.
23
面临重大决策时，领导者需要保持镇定，以便做出理智的判断。

Miànlín zhòngdà juécè shí, lǐngdǎozhě xūyào bǎochí zhèndìng, yǐbiàn zuòchū lǐzhì de pànduàn.

When facing major decisions, leaders need to remain calm to make rational judgments.
24
在紧急着陆过程中，机长保持了镇定，成功保护了所有乘客的安全。

Zài jǐnjí zhuólù guòchéng zhōng, jīzhǎng bǎochí le zhèndìng, chénggōng bǎohù le suǒyǒu chéngkè de ānquán.

During the emergency landing, the captain remained calm and successfully ensured the safety of all passengers.
25
面对突如其来的市场变化，投资经理镇定地调整了投资组合。

Miàn duì tūrúqílái de shìchǎng biànhuà, tóuzī jīnglǐ zhèndìng de tiáozhěng le tóuzī zǔhé.

Faced with sudden market changes, the investment manager calmly adjusted the portfolio.
26
她在演讲时，虽然场下有数百人，但依然表现得非常镇定。

Tā zài yǎnjiǎng shí, suīrán chǎngxià yǒu shù bǎi rén, dàn yīrán biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng.

During her speech, although there were hundreds of people in the audience, she remained very calm.
27
在听到坏消息后，他镇定地分析了情况，并迅速采取了行动。

Zài tīng dào huài xiāoxi hòu, tā zhèndìng de fēnxī le qíngkuàng, bìng xùnsù cǎiqǔ le xíngdòng.

After hearing the bad news, he calmly analyzed the situation and quickly took action.
28
在危机时刻，他总是表现得非常镇定，能迅速找到解决方案。

Zài wēijī shíkè, tā zǒng shì biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng, néng xùnsù zhǎodào jiějué fāng'àn.

During a crisis, he always remains very calm and quickly finds solutions.
29
面临重大决策时，领导者需要保持镇定，以便做出理智的判断。

Miànlín zhòngdà juécè shí, lǐngdǎozhě xūyào bǎochí zhèndìng, yǐbiàn zuòchū lǐzhì de pànduàn.

When facing major decisions, leaders need to remain calm to make rational judgments.
30
在紧急着陆过程中，机长保持了镇定，成功保护了所有乘客的安全。

Zài jǐnjí zhuólù guòchéng zhōng, jīzhǎng bǎochí le zhèndìng, chénggōng bǎohù le suǒyǒu chéngkè de ānquán.

During the emergency landing, the captain remained calm and successfully ensured the safety of all passengers.
31
面对突如其来的市场变化，投资经理镇定地调整了投资组合。

Miàn duì tūrúqílái de shìchǎng biànhuà, tóuzī jīnglǐ zhèndìng de tiáozhěng le tóuzī zǔhé.

Faced with sudden market changes, the investment manager calmly adjusted the portfolio.
32
她在演讲时，虽然场下有数百人，但依然表现得非常镇定。

Tā zài yǎnjiǎng shí, suīrán chǎngxià yǒu shù bǎi rén, dàn yīrán biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng.

During her speech, although there were hundreds of people in the audience, she remained very calm.
33
在听到坏消息后，他镇定地分析了情况，并迅速采取了行动。

Zài tīng dào huài xiāoxi hòu, tā zhèndìng de fēnxī le qíngkuàng, bìng xùnsù cǎiqǔ le xíngdòng.

After hearing the bad news, he calmly analyzed the situation and quickly took action.
34
在危机时刻，他总是表现得非常镇定，能迅速找到解决方案。

Zài wēijī shíkè, tā zǒng shì biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng, néng xùnsù zhǎodào jiějué fāng'àn.

During a crisis, he always remains very calm and quickly finds solutions.
35
面临重大决策时，领导者需要保持镇定，以便做出理智的判断。

Miànlín zhòngdà juécè shí, lǐngdǎozhě xūyào bǎochí zhèndìng, yǐbiàn zuòchū lǐzhì de pànduàn.

When facing major decisions, leaders need to remain calm to make rational judgments.
36
在紧急着陆过程中，机长保持了镇定，成功保护了所有乘客的安全。

Zài jǐnjí zhuólù guòchéng zhōng, jīzhǎng bǎochí le zhèndìng, chénggōng bǎohù le suǒyǒu chéngkè de ānquán.

During the emergency landing, the captain remained calm and successfully ensured the safety of all passengers.
37
面对突如其来的市场变化，投资经理镇定地调整了投资组合。

Miàn duì tūrúqílái de shìchǎng biànhuà, tóuzī jīnglǐ zhèndìng de tiáozhěng le tóuzī zǔhé.

Faced with sudden market changes, the investment manager calmly adjusted the portfolio.
38
她在演讲时，虽然场下有数百人，但依然表现得非常镇定。

Tā zài yǎnjiǎng shí, suīrán chǎngxià yǒu shù bǎi rén, dàn yīrán biǎoxiàn de fēicháng zhèndìng.

During her speech, although there were hundreds of people in the audience, she remained very calm.
39
在听到坏消息后，他镇定地分析了情况，并迅速采取了行动。

Zài tīng dào huài xiāoxi hòu, tā zhèndìng de fēnxī le qíngkuàng, bìng xùnsù cǎiqǔ le xíngdòng.

After hearing the bad news, he calmly analyzed the situation and quickly took action.

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