安居乐业 (ānjūlèyè) is a Chinese idiom that translates to 'to live in peace and work happily.' It conveys a sense of stability and contentment in both one's living situation and professional life. This phrase is often used to describe an ideal state where one feels secure and satisfied with their home and job.
HSK 6, 32 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
安居乐业ānjūlèyè(an1ju1le4ye4)
安居乐业 (ānjūlèyè) is a Chinese idiom that translates to 'to live in peace and work happily.' It conveys a sense of stability and contentment in both one's living situation and professional life. This phrase is often used to describe an ideal state where one feels secure and satisfied with their home and job.
Strokes32Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
The idiom reflects traditional Chinese values that emphasize stability and happiness in both personal and professional realms, aligning with Confucian ideals about the importance of a harmonious society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a serene house (安居) where a happy family is enjoying their lives, symbolizing peaceful living, and a cheerful workplace (乐业) where everyone is content with their work. The character 安 (ān) reminds you of a calm atmosphere, while 乐 (lè) evokes joy, creating a vivid picture of harmonious living and working.
About 安居乐业
安居乐业Simplified
32Strokes
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成语chéngyǔidiom (id.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 安居乐业
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a serene house (安居) where a happy family is enjoying their lives, symbolizing peaceful living, and a cheerful workplace (乐业) where everyone is content with their work. The character 安 (ān) reminds you of a calm atmosphere, while 乐 (lè) evokes joy, creating a vivid picture of harmonious living and working.
Usage Notes
Be mindful that this idiom is typically used in more formal contexts, such as speeches or writings about societal well-being. A common mistake is to use it in casual conversations, which may sound overly formal. Instead, it fits well in discussions about quality of life or government policies.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 phrase, focus on understanding its usage in formal contexts and its implications for societal harmony. Connect it with other vocabulary related to lifestyle and work, such as 生活 (shēnghuó, life) and 工作 (gōngzuò, work), to enhance your understanding.
Cultural Note
The idiom reflects traditional Chinese values that emphasize stability and happiness in both personal and professional realms, aligning with Confucian ideals about the importance of a harmonious society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse the components of this idiom, mistakenly saying 安乐居业 (ān lè jū yè) instead of 安居乐业. Remember, 安居 focuses on living, while 乐业 emphasizes work.
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Cultural Notes for 安居乐业
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The idiom reflects traditional Chinese values that emphasize stability and happiness in both personal and professional realms, aligning with Confucian ideals about the importance of a harmonious society.
Frequently Asked Questions about 安居乐业
It's best to reserve 安居乐业 for more formal contexts, as it may sound out of place in everyday discussions.
You might consider phrases like 安稳生活 (ānwěn shēnghuó) for peaceful living or 幸福工作 (xìngfú gōngzuò) for happy work.
While it is often found in written language, it can also be used in speeches or formal discussions.
