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March 24, 2026
平衡pínghéng(ping2heng2)
平衡 (pínghéng) refers to the state of balance or equilibrium, commonly used in contexts such as physics, economics, and emotional well-being. It conveys the idea of stability and harmony between opposing forces or elements, indicating that they are in a state of equal weight or influence.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese philosophy, particularly in concepts like Yin and Yang, the idea of balance is crucial, representing harmony in nature and life. 平衡 embodies these principles, emphasizing the importance of equilibrium in daily life and decision-making.
Memory Tip
Think of 平 (píng) as a flat surface and 衡 (héng) resembling a scale. Imagine placing equal weights on both sides of a scale to maintain balance, which helps you remember 'pínghéng' means 'balance'.
Meanings of 平衡
pínghéng(ping2heng2)
1balance
2equilibrium
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About 平衡
平衡Simplified
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
稳定 (wěndìng) vs 平衡 (pínghéng): use 稳定 for a focus on consistency and reliability, while 平衡 emphasizes the relationship and equilibrium between opposing forces.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 平 (píng) as a flat surface and 衡 (héng) resembling a scale. Imagine placing equal weights on both sides of a scale to maintain balance, which helps you remember 'pínghéng' means 'balance'.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of using 平衡 in both formal and informal contexts, as it can apply to discussions about mental health, physical stability, or financial balance. A common mistake is to confuse it with 失衡 (shīhéng), which means 'imbalance'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 平衡 connects with other terms related to stability, such as 稳定 (wěndìng) meaning 'stability'. Focus on using it in various contexts to enhance your vocabulary related to balance and stability.
Cultural Note
In Chinese philosophy, particularly in concepts like Yin and Yang, the idea of balance is crucial, representing harmony in nature and life. 平衡 embodies these principles, emphasizing the importance of equilibrium in daily life and decision-making.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mix up 平衡 with 和谐 (héxié), which means 'harmony'. For example, saying '我需要和谐在我的生活' (I need harmony in my life) is incorrect; it should be '我需要平衡在我的生活' (I need balance in my life).
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Grammar Patterns of 平衡
平衡 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Complete the Sentence
他仍然是维系该国脆弱的政治____的支柱。
He remains the anchor of the country's fragile political balance.
Example Sentences for 平衡 (10)
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他仍然是维系该国脆弱的政治平衡的支柱。
tā réng rán shì wéi xì gāi guó cuì ruò de zhèng zhì píng héng de zhī zhù。
He remains the anchor of the country's fragile political balance.
A balance is achieved in the painting between orderliness and unpredictability.
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她抓住扶手以保持平衡。
tā zhuā zhù fú shǒu yǐ bǎo chí píng héng。
She was holding onto the rail to keep her balance.
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海德转移了一下重心，就感到自己往前倾，开始失去平衡。
hǎi dé zhuǎn yí le yī xià zhòng xīn， ， jiù gǎn dào zì jǐ wǎng qián， qīng ， kāi shǐ shī qù。
Hyde shifted his weight and felt himself teeter forward, beginning to overbalance.
8
当检流计的读数为零时,电路处于零平衡位置.
dāng jiǎn liú jì de dú shù wéi líng shí, , diàn lù chǔ yú líng píng héng wèi.
When the galvanometer reads zero the circuit is in the null - balance position.
9
在平衡时,所有外力的合力为零.
zài píng héng shí, , suǒ yǒu wài lì de hé lì wéi.
At equilibrium the resultant of all external forces vanish.
10
杂技演员让一根长杆在他的左肩上保持平衡.
zá jì yǎn yuán ràng yī gēn cháng gān zài tā de zuǒ jiān shàng bǎo chí píng héng.
The acrobat balanced a long pole on his left shoulder.
Cultural Notes for 平衡
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese philosophy, particularly in concepts like Yin and Yang, the idea of balance is crucial, representing harmony in nature and life. 平衡 embodies these principles, emphasizing the importance of equilibrium in daily life and decision-making.
Frequently Asked Questions about 平衡
You can say, '生活需要平衡' (Life requires balance) to express the need for equilibrium in various aspects of life.
The opposite is 失衡 (shīhéng), which means 'imbalance'.
Yes, 平衡 can refer to both physical balance, like in sports, and emotional balance, such as maintaining mental well-being.
