平安

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"平安" (píng’ān) primarily means safety, peace, and being free from harm or danger. It is often used to express wishes for someone's safety or well-being, especially during travel or in daily life.

Common Contexts

  • Wishing someone a safe journey: "一路平安".
  • Expressing hope for family or friends to be safe and sound.
  • Referring to peaceful times or events, such as "平安" (Christmas Eve).

Collocations and Patterns

Notes

"平安" is a formal and polite expression often used in spoken and written Chinese. It conveys a sincere wish for safety and peace. It differs from "安全" which emphasizes safety in a more physical or technical sense. Avoid confusing "平安" with "安静" (quiet) or "安全" (security), as "平安" focuses on overall well-being and absence of danger.

Example Sentences

Wish you a safe journey.

The safety of my family is my greatest wish.

Christmas Eve is called 'Peaceful Night'.