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平安
píng'ān
Description
平安的意思是没有危险、没有事故，很安全。
The meaning of "平安" is being free from danger and accidents, very safe.
我们常常对旅行的人说“一路平安”，希望他们安全到家。
We often say "一路平安" to travelers, wishing them a safe journey home.
Meanings
平安píng'ān
safe and sound; peaceful; without trouble
祝你一路平安。
Wish you a safe journey.
平安píng'ān
safety; well-being (as a noun)
妈妈只希望孩子平安。
Mom only wishes her child to be safe.
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Notes
- Etymology
平 (calm, level) + 安 (peace, safety), together meaning safe and peaceful.
- Nuance
often used in blessings like 一路平安 and 平平安安 for wishing someone safety.
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