安装

• Pinyin: ān zhuāng
• Hanzi breakdown: 安 = 宀 (roof) + 女 (woman), meaning settle; 装 = 衣 (clothing) + 壮 (strong), meaning to equip

Meaning

To install; to set up. The process of putting equipment, software, or fixtures into place for use.

Used for both physical installations (air conditioning, furniture) and digital ones (apps, software). A practical, technical term common in everyday and professional contexts.

Examples

1. 师傅来家里安装了新的空调。 The technician came to the house and installed the new air conditioner.
2. 你帮我在手机上安装一下这个软件吧。 Can you help me install this software on my phone?
3. 新房子还没有安装好厨房的设备。 The new house hasn't had its kitchen equipment installed yet.

Usage Guide

Context: technology, home improvement, everyday

Tone: practical

Do Say

• 请帮我安装一下打印机。(Please help me install the printer.)
• 这个软件安装很简单。(This software is very easy to install.)

Don't Say

• 安装一个想法 (Don't use 安装 for abstract things like ideas — it only applies to physical objects or software)

Origin & History

Compound of 安 (to place, settle) and 装 (to fit, equip), meaning to put something in its proper place.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal