temporary

JLPT N5 12 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Usage of (zàn)

The character is commonly used as a prefix or adverb to indicate something temporary or for a short duration. It often appears in phrases like 暂时 (zànshí), meaning "temporarily" or "for the time being."

Common Collocations

  • 暂时 (zànshí): temporarily, for the time being
  • 暂停 (zàntíng): to pause or suspend temporarily
  • (zànzhù): to stay temporarily

Nuances

When using , the speaker implies that the situation or action is not permanent and may change soon. It is often used in formal and informal contexts. Avoid confusing with (yǒng), which means "forever" or "permanent."

Grammar Notes

usually modifies verbs or verb phrases to express temporariness. It is rarely used alone without a complement.

Summary

Use to express temporary states or actions, especially in formal or written Chinese. It helps convey that something is not final or permanent.

Example Sentences

Let's take a temporary break and continue working later.

This problem cannot be solved temporarily; more time is needed.

He is temporarily staying at a friend's house until he finds a new place to