The word 圆满 (yuánmǎn) is formed through the combination of two characters, each contributing a core semantic element to create a rich, metaphorical meaning. The first character, 圆 (yuán), means "circle" or "round", symbolizing wholeness, unity, and flawlessness without beginning or end. The second character, 满 (mǎn), means "full", "complete", or "filled to capacity", conveying a state of satisfaction and absence of lack. When combined, the literal sense of a "perfectly full circle" evolves into a powerful abstract concept, representing the ideal state of an event or situation that is satisfactorily and harmoniously concluded, leaving nothing unfinished or desired. It is most commonly used to describe successful outcomes, such as a "圆满成功 (yuánmǎn chénggōng)" or a "圆满的结局 (yuánmǎn de jiéjú)".