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实验室shíyànshìlaboratoryHSK 5, unknown, 27 strokes, rank #1491, Hard
shíyànshì(shi2yan4shi4) T2
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March 24, 2026

实验室(實驗室)shíyànshì(shi2yan4shi4)

实验室 (shí yàn shì) refers to a laboratory where scientific experiments and research are conducted. It is commonly used in educational and professional contexts, particularly in fields like chemistry, biology, and physics. The term emphasizes a space dedicated to exploration, testing, and analysis.

Strokes27Frequency#1491DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

Laboratories are crucial in China's rapid technological advancements, often highlighted in science education initiatives. The concept of a laboratory ties into the emphasis on innovation and research in contemporary Chinese society.

Memory Tip

Think of 实 (shí) as 'real' and 验 (yàn) as 'test', coming together to represent a 'real test' or experiment. The word 室 (shì) means 'room', so you can visualize a 'room for real testing'. Picture a scientist in a lab coat conducting an exciting experiment in this room.

Meanings of 实验室

shíyànshì(shi2yan4shi4)
1laboratory
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About 实验室

实验室Simplified
實驗室Traditional
27Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
间Measure Word
HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2

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AI Study Notes for 实验室

Quick Contrast

研究所 (yán jiū suǒ) - choose 实验室 when referring specifically to a laboratory setting for experiments, while 研究所 denotes a research institute, which may encompass broader academic or organizational functions.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with pronunciation, especially the tones, as mispronouncing any syllable may lead to misunderstandings. In formal contexts, you might encounter this term frequently in academic papers or discussions about scientific research. Common collocations include '化学实验室' (chemical laboratory) and '生物实验室' (biological laboratory).

HSK Study Tips

As this term is not directly listed in HSK vocabulary, it’s beneficial to connect it with other related HSK words like '科学' (science) or '研究' (research). Focus on understanding how it relates to other educational or scientific terms to build a broader vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse the tones, pronouncing it as 'shi3 yan4 shi4' instead of 'shi2 yan4 shi4'. Additionally, some might mistakenly use it in informal contexts where a more general term like '房间' (room) would suffice.

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Component Characters

实shíreal
HSK 48 strokes宀
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验yànto examine
HSK 710 strokes马
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室shìroom
HSK 39 strokes宀
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How to say laboratory in Chinese

“laboratory” in Chinese is实验室shíyànshì

实验室 (shí yàn shì) refers to a laboratory where scientific experiments and research are conducted. It is commonly used in educational and professional contexts, particularly in fields like chemistry, biology, and physics. The term emphasizes a space dedicated to exploration, testing, and analysis.

When to use 实验室

Be cautious with pronunciation, especially the tones, as mispronouncing any syllable may lead to misunderstandings. In formal contexts, you might encounter this term frequently in academic papers or discussions about scientific research. Common collocations include '化学实验室' (chemical laboratory) and '生物实验室' (biological laboratory).

实验室 or something close to it

研究所 (yán jiū suǒ) - choose 实验室 when referring specifically to a laboratory setting for experiments, while 研究所 denotes a research institute, which may encompass broader academic or organizational functions.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse the tones, pronouncing it as 'shi3 yan4 shi4' instead of 'shi2 yan4 shi4'. Additionally, some might mistakenly use it in informal contexts where a more general term like '房间' (room) would suffice.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 实验室

It means 'laboratory'.

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