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March 24, 2026
疹zhěn(zhen3)
The character 疹 (zhěn) refers to a rash or skin eruption, commonly associated with conditions such as measles or other fevers. It is often used in medical contexts to describe symptoms that surface on the skin, signaling an underlying health issue.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, skin conditions like rashes are often linked to internal imbalances, and treatments may involve herbal remedies or acupuncture. Awareness of these connections can enhance understanding of health discussions in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'rash' that looks like a 'zen garden' (sounds like 'zhěn')—it spreads out across the skin like the patterns in the sand. The character itself features the radical 疒 (illness), indicating its connection to health issues.
Meanings of 疹
zhěn(zhen3)
1rash, measles; fever
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AI Study Notes for 疹
Quick Contrast
皮疹 (pízhěn, skin rash) - use 疹 (zhěn) for a more general term, while 皮疹 (pízhěn) specifically refers to skin rashes.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'rash' that looks like a 'zen garden' (sounds like 'zhěn')—it spreads out across the skin like the patterns in the sand. The character itself features the radical 疒 (illness), indicating its connection to health issues.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; 'zhěn' has a third tone that can be tricky for learners. It is typically used in medical discussions, so it's less common in casual conversation. Common collocations include 疹子 (rashes) and 麻疹 (measles).
HSK Study Tips
While 疹 is not included in the HSK levels, it connects to health-related vocabulary that learners might encounter in HSK level 4 and above, such as 病 (illness) and 医生 (doctor). Focus on recognizing its usage in medical contexts.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, skin conditions like rashes are often linked to internal imbalances, and treatments may involve herbal remedies or acupuncture. Awareness of these connections can enhance understanding of health discussions in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 疹 with 症 (zhèng), which means 'symptom.' For example, saying '我有症' instead of '我有疹' would be incorrect; the correct phrase should refer to the rash directly.
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Grammar Patterns of 疹
疹 carries one core meaning. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Exercise 1 of 5
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湿____是一种常见的皮肤病，通常具遗传性。
Eczema is a common skin complaint which often runs in families.
Example Sentences for 疹 (8)
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湿疹是一种常见的皮肤病，通常具遗传性。
shī zhěn shì yī zhǒng cháng jiàn de pí fū bìng， ， tōng cháng jù yí chuán。
Eczema is a common skin complaint which often runs in families.
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医生叫她注意麻疹出现的症状.
yī shēng jiào tā zhù yì má zhěn chū xiàn de zhèng zhuàng.
The doctor told her to watch out for symptoms of measles.
It has obvious cure effect to psoriasis nettle rash , prurigo and scabies.
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目的: 观察抗荨丸治疗飞行员急慢性荨麻疹的临床疗效.
mù de: : guān chá kàng qián wán zhì liáo fēi háng yuán jí màn xìng qián má zhěn de lín chuáng liáo.
Objective : To observe the clinical effect of Kangxunwan on acute urticaria in pilots.
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那就不必担心路上得坏血症或斑疹伤寒这类疾病了!
nà jiù bù bì dān xīn lù shàng dé huài xiě zhèng huò bān zhěn shāng hán zhè lèi jí bìng le!
No fear of scurvy or ship fever this voyage.
Cultural Notes for 疹
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, skin conditions like rashes are often linked to internal imbalances, and treatments may involve herbal remedies or acupuncture. Awareness of these connections can enhance understanding of health discussions in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 疹
Words Containing This Character9
疱疹blister皰疹
皮疹a rash
麻疹measles
疹zhěnrash
湿疹eczema濕疹
疹子rash
丘疹pimple
荨麻疹urticaria蕁麻疹
风疹rubella風疹
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Compound Meaning
What does 疱疹 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 疹
Common symptoms include red spots on the skin, itching, and sometimes fever, indicating a possible viral infection.
You can say '他得了麻疹' (Tā déle mázhěn) which means 'He has measles'.
Yes, there are various types of rashes, and they can be caused by different factors, including allergies and infections.
