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    The Noun 保险 (bǎoxiǎn): Insurance

    Existence & Possession

    Structure

    保险 + Noun (type)

    Explanation

    保险 (bǎoxiǎn) is a Chinese noun meaning "insurance." It combines 保 (to protect) and 险 (risk/danger), and refers to financial protection against loss or risk. It can also function as an adjective meaning "safe" or "secure."

    Examples

    • 你买医疗保险了吗？

      Nǐ mǎi yīliáo bǎoxiǎn le ma?

      Have you bought medical insurance?

    • 出国旅行之前最好买一份旅行保险。

      Chūguó lǚxíng zhīqián zuìhǎo mǎi yí fèn lǚxíng bǎoxiǎn.

      It's best to buy travel insurance before traveling abroad.

    • 这个方案比较保险，风险不大。

      Zhège fāng'àn bǐjiào bǎoxiǎn, fēngxiǎn bú dà.

      This plan is relatively safe, with little risk.

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