on1 ding6安定
Jyutpingon1 ding6
Yaleōn dihng
Definition
Stable, safe, and settled.
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How it's used
Often used to describe a state of calm and order in a person's life or society at large. It carries a slightly more formal or serious tone than common words like 穩陣, which is more frequently used for physical objects or plans that are reliable.
Examples
Is your life stable right now?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 穩陣, which is the go-to word for describing something secure, safe, or reliable in everyday tasks. Using 安定 to describe a sturdy chair or a safe bet sounds unnatural and overly formal.
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