A woman (女) sheltered under a roof (宀), at peace in her own home.
Peace, safety, calm, and quiet; to settle down, be content, or make secure. A woman (女) resting safely beneath a roof (宀) — home brings peace.
安
Common Usage & Traps
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单用安字使用常见词组组词（如双音节词）In spoken Chinese, single characters like 安 usually pair into compound words rather than standing alone.
What is the core visual insight behind 安 (ān)?
A woman (女) resting peacefully safe under a roof (宀).
Understanding the internal components of 安 unlocks rapid recall across related compound words.
Appears in Stories 4 stories
This heartwarming story shows how a small act of kindness can be passed on. Follow Gao Xianming as he learns an important lesson about generosity in his new city.
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高先明看见一个中国同学 安小语 ，也是手里少五块钱，不能上车。
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高先明去前边，给 安小语 五块钱。
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高先明对 安小语 说：“去上学吧，上车。”
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安小语 非常高兴，对高先明说：“谢谢你！
Learn the fascinating story behind the Chinese idiom '东山再起' (Dongshan Zaiji), which means to make a comeback. Discover its historical roots and modern usage.
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有个叫 谢安 的人，很有才华，也很有名气。
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但 谢安 不想做官，多次拒绝了朝廷的邀请，就住在会稽的东山（今天的浙江省会稽山），和朋友一起游玩。
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谢安 出来工作后，表现出色，做到了很高的位置。
Everyday greetings are a gateway to natural Chinese. Practice time-based hellos like “早上好” and “晚安,” learn to address teachers with the respectful “您,” and see how families skip formalities to speak warmly at home.
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手机问好说 早安 ！
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想去睡觉说 晚安 ！
Why would a millionaire leave a table of lobster and wagyu untouched? This story explores the hidden rules of business dining and the true cost of staying alert.
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车里 安静 了一小会儿。
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