How to say "hold on tight" in Chinese

This is a polite imperative: 请 (qǐng) means 'please', 站 (zhàn) means 'stand', 稳 (wěn) means 'steady', 扶 (fú) means 'hold onto', and 好 (hǎo) means 'well'. So it literally means 'please stand steady and hold on well'.

You'll hear this announcement on metros and buses, telling passengers to hold on tight for safety. It's also used by parents or guardians to tell children to hold on. It's a set phrase, so don't try to change the order. A common mistake is using it in casual conversation when you just want someone to hold your hand—it's specifically about safety.