wan2 zan6穩陣稳阵
Jyutpingwan2 zan6
Yalewán jahn
Definition
Solid, firm, or stable; reliable and secure.
- solid; firm; stable structurally
- reliable; dependable; secure
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How it's used
Beyond physical stability, this term is frequently used to describe people or plans that are reliable and low-risk. It carries a positive connotation of being well-prepared or safe from unexpected failure. You will often hear it used when someone wants to play it safe or ensure a successful outcome.
Examples
This job is quite stable, no need to worry about getting fired anytime.
Do you think this investment plan is secure?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for meaning physically heavy or strong, but it specifically emphasizes the lack of risk or the reliability of a structure or situation.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
