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安检 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
安检ānjiǎnsafety checkHSK 4, unknown, rank #12830, Hard
ānjiǎn(an1jian3) T1
  1. 1safety check
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March 24, 2026
安检(安檢)ānjiǎn(an1jian3)

安检 (ān jiǎn) refers to a safety check, often in the context of security screenings at airports, train stations, or public events. It involves the inspection of luggage and personal belongings to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. This term is commonly used in travel and event management contexts.

Frequency#12830DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China, security checks have become increasingly common in public spaces, especially after events that raised safety concerns. This reflects the country's focus on public safety and the importance of security in modern life.

Memory Tip

Imagine an 'anxious' security guard (安) checking your luggage (检) for dangerous items—like a large, scary knife. The '安' looks like a roof over a person, suggesting safety, while '检' resembles a hand inspecting items closely. Together, they create a vivid image of safety checks.

Meanings of 安检

ānjiǎn(an1jian3)
1safety check
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About 安检

安检Simplified
安檢Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 安检

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine an 'anxious' security guard (安) checking your luggage (检) for dangerous items—like a large, scary knife. The '安' looks like a roof over a person, suggesting safety, while '检' resembles a hand inspecting items closely. Together, they create a vivid image of safety checks.

Usage Notes

When using 安检, it's typically in a formal context related to security. Common collocations include '安检人员' (security personnel) and '安检设备' (security equipment). A common mistake is to confuse it with '安全' (safety), which refers more broadly to safety rather than the specific act of checking.

HSK Study Tips

While 安检 is not explicitly listed in HSK levels, it connects well with HSK 4 vocabulary related to travel and safety. Students should focus on the context in which this term is used, particularly in travel scenarios, to reinforce understanding.

Cultural Note

In China, security checks have become increasingly common in public spaces, especially after events that raised safety concerns. This reflects the country's focus on public safety and the importance of security in modern life.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 安检 with 安全, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我去安全' (I go to safety) instead of '我去安检' (I go for a safety check) is incorrect. Make sure to use 安检 specifically for security screenings.

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Component Characters

Āncontent
HSK 56 strokes
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jiǎnto check
HSK 311 strokes
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Cultural Notes for 安检

🏮Cultural insight

In China, security checks have become increasingly common in public spaces, especially after events that raised safety concerns. This reflects the country's focus on public safety and the importance of security in modern life.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

While safety checks are common worldwide, Chinese security measures tend to be more stringent and thorough compared to many Western countries, often involving more frequent inspections.

Frequently Asked Questions about 安检

It involves checking personal belongings and luggage to ensure safety, particularly at airports or during public events.