Meaning
稳定 describes something that is firm, steady, and not prone to change or fluctuation. It can refer to physical stability (like a structure), emotional stability (like a person's mood), or situational stability (like a job or relationship). As a verb, it means to make something stable or to stabilize a situation.
Usage
Commonly used to describe jobs (工作稳定), income (收入稳定), relationships (关系稳定), prices (物价稳定), and emotions (情绪稳定). It carries a positive connotation in Chinese culture, as stability is highly valued. Often appears in formal contexts like news reports and official statements, but is also used conversationally.
Examples
- 01她找到了一份稳定的工作，收入很不错。, .She found a stable job with good income.
- 02政府采取措施稳定物价。.The government is taking measures to stabilize prices.
Characters
Common collocations
- 工作稳定stable job
- 情绪稳定emotionally stable
- 保持稳定to maintain stability
- 稳定发展stable development
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters reinforce the concept of stability: 稳 originally depicted grain (禾) that was heavy and secure, while 定 shows a roof (宀) over something settled. Together they emphasize firmness and lack of change.