Meaning
安心 describes a state of mental calm and freedom from worry. It means to have one's mind settled and at peace, often after resolving a concern or receiving reassurance. The word combines 安 (peaceful, calm) with 心 (heart, mind) to express inner tranquility and the absence of anxiety.
Usage
Native speakers use 安心 both as a verb (to become mentally at ease) and as an adjective (peaceful, reassured). It commonly appears in contexts where someone is worried and needs comfort, or when encouraging someone not to worry. Often used with 让 (ràng) as in 让人安心 (to put someone's mind at ease). Can also mean to settle down and focus on something without distractions.
Examples
- 01你安心养病吧，工作的事不用担心。, .Just rest and recover with peace of mind; don't worry about work.
- 02有你在这里，我就安心了。, .With you here, I feel at ease now.
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Common collocations
- 让人安心to put someone's mind at ease
- 安心工作to work with peace of mind
- 不安心to feel uneasy
Antonyms
Origin
The combination of 安 (peace, safety) and 心 (heart, mind) creates a transparent compound expressing the concept of a peaceful or settled mind.