圆满

yuánmǎn

satisfactory

HSK 6

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"圆满" (yuánmǎn) describes a state of completeness and satisfaction, often used to express that an event, agreement, or outcome is perfect or fully satisfactory. It conveys a sense of harmony and fulfillment.

Common Contexts

It is frequently used to describe successful meetings, weddings, agreements, or any situation where everything has gone well without problems.

Collocations

  • 圆满成功: complete success, used to emphasize that something was perfectly successful.
  • 圆满解决: satisfactory resolution, used when a problem or dispute is fully resolved.
  • 圆满结束: to end satisfactorily, often used for events or processes.

Nuances

Using "圆满" implies not just success but also harmony and completeness. It is more formal and positive than simply saying "成功" (success). Avoid confusing it with "满意" which focuses more on personal satisfaction rather than overall completeness.

Example Sentences

这次会议取得了圆满成功。

Zhè cì huìyì qǔdéle yuánmǎn chénggōng.

This meeting was a complete success.

他们的婚礼非常圆满,宾客们都很满意。

Tāmen de hūnlǐ fēicháng yuánmǎn, bīnkèmen dōu hěn mǎnyì.

Their wedding was very perfect, and the guests were all satisfied.

经过多次讨论,双方达成了圆满的协议。

Jīngguò duō cì tǎolùn, shuāngfāng dáchéngle yuánmǎn de xiéyì.

After many discussions, both sides reached a satisfactory agreement.