Anning District of Lanzhou City 蘭州市|兰州市[Lan2 zhou1 Shi4], Gansu
HSK 7, unknown, rank #6636, Hard
安宁
ānníng
Anning City, to the west of Kunming 昆明[Kun1 ming2], Yunnan
HSK 7, unknown, rank #6636, Hard
ānníng(An1ning2) T1
1Anning District of Lanzhou City 蘭州市
2>兰州市[Lán zhōu Shì], Gansu
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March 24, 2026
安宁(安寧)ānníng(An1ning2)
安宁 (ānnìng) refers to a state of peace and tranquility, often used to describe a calm environment or a person's composed demeanor. It can also denote the absence of worry or disturbance, making it a desirable state in both personal and communal contexts.
Frequency#6636DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 安宁 is often associated with traditional values of harmony and balance, reflecting the importance of a peaceful life in family and community settings. It's a common theme in poetry and art that highlights the beauty of tranquility.
Memory Tip
Imagine a serene landscape where the sun sets gently over a calm lake, reflecting the word '安 (ān)' for peace and '宁 (níng)' for tranquility. The '安' character looks like a roof over a person, suggesting safety, while '宁' has the radical '宁' which can remind you of a soothing sound, like a gentle breeze.
Meanings of 安宁
ānníng(An1ning2)
1Anning District of Lanzhou City 蘭州市
2peaceful
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About 安宁
安宁Simplified
安寧Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#6636Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 安宁
Quick Contrast
平静 (píngjìng) refers specifically to calmness or stillness, often in a more immediate context, while 安宁 (ānnìng) implies a deeper, more enduring sense of peace and tranquility.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a serene landscape where the sun sets gently over a calm lake, reflecting the word '安 (ān)' for peace and '宁 (níng)' for tranquility. The '安' character looks like a roof over a person, suggesting safety, while '宁' has the radical '宁' which can remind you of a soothing sound, like a gentle breeze.
Usage Notes
This word is generally used in both formal and informal contexts but is more common in written language. Common collocations include phrases like '安宁的环境 (ānnìng de huánjìng)' meaning 'peaceful environment'. Be careful with the tones, as a mispronunciation can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
As HSK Level 6 vocabulary, 安宁 connects to other advanced words describing emotions or states of being, such as 安静 (ānjìng, quiet) and 平静 (píngjìng, calm). Focus on using it in complex sentences to describe settings or feelings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 安宁 is often associated with traditional values of harmony and balance, reflecting the importance of a peaceful life in family and community settings. It's a common theme in poetry and art that highlights the beauty of tranquility.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 安宁 with 安静, thinking they are interchangeable; however, 安宁 emphasizes a more profound peace of mind rather than just quietness. For example, saying '我想要安静 (Wǒ xiǎng yào ānjìng)' means 'I want quiet,' but '我想要安宁 (Wǒ xiǎng yào ānnìng)' conveys a desire for peace of mind.
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Grammar Patterns of 安宁
安宁 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 9 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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他们最近真是让人气不打一处来，闹得天翻地覆，搅得每个人都不得____。
They've really been kicking ass lately — busting places up, harassing everybody.
Example Sentences for 安宁 (3)
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他们最近真是让人气不打一处来，闹得天翻地覆，搅得每个人都不得安宁。
tā mén zuì jìn zhēn shì ràng rén qì bù dǎ yī chǔ lái， ， nào dé tiān fān dì， fù ， jiǎo dé měi gè rén dū bù dé。
They've really been kicking ass lately — busting places up, harassing everybody.
2
如果他存心要让你不得安宁的话，那他是得逞了。
rú guǒ tā cún xīn yào ràng nǐ bù dé ān níng de huà， ， nà tā shì dé chěng。
If he's trying to rattle your cage, it's working.
3
他突然感到一种安宁和满足.
tā tū rán gǎn dào yī zhǒng ān níng hé mǎn zú.
He felt a sudden sense of calm, of contentment.
Cultural Notes for 安宁
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 安宁 is often associated with traditional values of harmony and balance, reflecting the importance of a peaceful life in family and community settings. It's a common theme in poetry and art that highlights the beauty of tranquility.
Frequently Asked Questions about 安宁
You can say '这个地方非常安宁 (Zhège dìfāng fēicháng ānnìng),' which means 'This place is very tranquil.'
Yes, while it is more prevalent in written form, you can certainly use 安宁 in conversations to describe a calm atmosphere.
Synonyms include 安静 (quiet) and 平静 (calm), which can be used in similar contexts.
