完整

§ What does it mean and when do people use it?

The Chinese adjective “完整” (wán zhěng) is a really useful word to know. At its core, it means 'complete,' 'intact,' or 'whole.' Think of it as describing something that has all its parts, isn't broken, or hasn't been interfered with. It's about a state of wholeness or perfection in terms of being undivided.

DEFINITION

Complete; intact; whole.

You'll hear or read “完整” in many everyday situations. For instance, if you're talking about a document, a collection, or even a building, and you want to say that nothing is missing, it's all there, and in good condition, “完整” is the word you'll use. It's often used when emphasizing that something is not fragmented or damaged.

• Translation hint: This story is very complete. (Meaning it has a clear beginning, middle, and end, with no missing parts.)

Another common scenario is when you're describing an object that hasn't been broken or is still in its original state. Imagine buying a new phone; you'd want it to be “完整” – no scratches, no missing accessories, just as it came from the factory.

• Translation hint: This painting is preserved very intact. (Meaning it's in good condition, not damaged or missing pieces.)

“完整” can also apply to abstract concepts, like a system, a plan, or even a person's personality. If a system is “完整,” it means it's fully functional with all necessary components. If a plan is “完整,” it covers all bases and leaves no gaps.

• Translation hint: We need a complete plan. (Meaning a plan that addresses all aspects and details.)

Think of it this way: if you bake a cake and it comes out of the oven without any pieces crumbling off, it's “完整.” If you read a book and all the pages are there, it's a “完整” book. It’s a very practical word that helps you describe the state of things, both concrete and abstract, in a very clear way.

• Translation hint: Please write the report a bit more complete. (Meaning add more details or sections to make it whole.)

In summary, “完整” is your go-to word when you want to convey that something is total, undamaged, or has all its necessary components. It's a foundational word for expressing wholeness in Chinese.

§ Understanding 完整 (wán zhěng)

You're learning the Chinese word 完整 (wán zhěng), which means 'complete,' 'intact,' or 'whole.' It's a really useful adjective, and you'll hear it a lot in everyday conversations. Let's break down how to use it properly.

§ Basic Usage with Nouns

The most straightforward way to use 完整 is to put it directly before a noun to describe it. It works just like English adjectives.

Translation Hint

The complete version of this book has been published.

Translation Hint

We need a complete plan.

§ Using 完整 with 是 (shì) and 很 (hěn)

Like many Chinese adjectives, you can use 完整 with 是 (shì) for emphasis or classification, or with 很 (hěn) to mean 'very complete' or just to form a predicate. Remember, you almost always need something like 很 before an adjective when it acts as the main verb in a sentence, even if it just means 'is.'

Translation Hint

This story is not complete.

Translation Hint

The stamps he collected are very complete/intact.

§ Using 完整 as a Complement

You can also use 完整 as a resultative complement after a verb to indicate that an action has resulted in something being complete or intact.

• Structure: Verb + 得 (de) + 完整

Translation Hint

He kept the old photos very intact.

In this case, 保存 (bǎo cún - to preserve/keep) is the verb, and 完整 describes the state of the photos after being kept.

• Structure: Verb + 完整 (directly)

Sometimes, particularly in more formal contexts or when the verb intrinsically implies achieving completeness, 完整 can follow the verb directly.

Translation Hint

We should collect complete evidence.

§ Common Phrases and Set Expressions

You'll often hear 完整 in common phrases. Learning these will make your Chinese sound more natural.

• 保持完整 (bǎo chí wán zhěng): to keep intact / to maintain completeness

Translation Hint

Please keep the document intact/complete.

• 完整性 (wán zhěng xìng): integrity / completeness (a noun)

Translation Hint

The integrity of the data is very important.

So, there you have it! 完整 is a versatile word. Practice using it to describe things that are complete, whole, or intact, and you'll sound much more natural in Chinese.

§ What 完整 (wán zhěng) means

Definition

Complete; intact; whole.

You'll hear 完整 (wán zhěng) a lot in daily Chinese conversations, especially when people are talking about things being whole, complete, or intact. It's a useful word to know because it applies to so many situations.

§ At work or school

When you're dealing with projects, documents, or information, 完整 (wán zhěng) comes in handy. It means everything is there, nothing is missing.

This report isn't complete, it still needs some data. (zhè fèn bào gào bù wán zhěng, hái xū yào tiān jiā yī xiē shù jù.)

Please make sure your homework is complete before submitting. (qǐng què bǎo nǐ de zuò yè shì wán zhěng de, zài tí jiāo.)

§ In the news

You'll often see 完整 (wán zhěng) in news articles, especially when talking about things like territorial integrity, historical records, or even product reviews.

• When discussing countries or regions:

  我们必须维护国家的领土完整。

  We must safeguard the country's territorial integrity. (wǒ men bì xū wéi hù guó jiā de lǐng tǔ wán zhěng.)

• About historical artifacts or buildings:

  这座古老的建筑保存得很完整。

  This ancient building is preserved very intact. (zhè zuò gǔ lǎo de jiàn zhù bǎo cún de hěn wán zhěng.)

• Even about information:

  新闻报道了事件的完整经过。

  The news reported the complete process of the incident. (xīn wén bào dào le shì jiàn de wán zhěng jīng guò.)

§ Everyday situations

Beyond formal settings, 完整 (wán zhěng) is used in simple, everyday talk too. Think about objects or even a collection of things.

This set of tableware is complete, nothing is missing. (zhè tào cān jù shì wán zhěng de, méi yǒu shǎo rènhé yī jiàn.)

Did you tell the whole story? (nǐ bǎ gù shì jiǎng wán zhěng le ma?)

§ Understanding 完整 (wánzhěng)

The Chinese word 完整 (wánzhěng) is an adjective that means 'complete,' 'intact,' or 'whole.' It emphasizes that something is in its original state, without anything missing, broken, or damaged. Think of it as being 'all there' or 'in one piece.'

§ Similar words and when to use them

While 完整 (wánzhěng) means 'complete,' other words in Chinese can also convey a sense of completeness or entirety. Let's look at some common alternatives and how they differ from 完整.

• 完成 (wánchéng)

完成 (wánchéng) is a verb that means 'to complete,' 'to accomplish,' or 'to finish.' It focuses on the action of bringing something to an end or to a successful conclusion. You use it when talking about tasks, projects, or goals.

• 全部 (quánbù)

全部 (quánbù) means 'all,' 'entire,' or 'whole.' It refers to the entirety of a group or collection, emphasizing that nothing is left out. It can be used as an adjective or a pronoun.

• 整体 (zhěngtǐ)

整体 (zhěngtǐ) means 'entirety,' 'whole body,' or 'as a whole.' It emphasizes something considered as one unit or a complete system, often with interrelated parts. It can be a noun or an adjective.

§ Key Takeaways for 完整

To sum it up, use 完整 (wánzhěng) when you want to describe:

• Something being physically intact and not broken or damaged.
• Something having all its necessary parts, with nothing missing.
• A state of being complete or whole.

It's about the state of something being unimpaired and fully formed, whether it's a document, a collection, a structure, or even an abstract concept like a family or an idea.