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心脏病xīnzàngbìngheart diseaseHSK 6, unknown, 24 strokes, rank #2748, Hard
xīnzàngbìng(xin1zang4bing4)xin zang bing T1
  1. 1heart disease
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March 24, 2026

心脏病(心臟病)xīnzàngbìng(xin1zang4bing4)

心脏病 (xīn zàng bìng) refers to heart disease, which encompasses various conditions affecting the heart's structure and function. It is commonly used in medical contexts and discussions about health, emphasizing the importance of heart health in daily life.

Strokes24Frequency#2748DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, heart health is often linked to emotional well-being, with the heart seen as a center of feelings. Discussions about heart disease can reflect societal attitudes towards health, family, and the importance of preventive care.

Memory Tip

The character 心 (xīn) represents 'heart,' and 脏 (zàng) suggests 'internal organ,' while 病 (bìng) means 'disease.' Imagine a heart (心) wearing a protective armor (脏) but still being affected by illness (病), reminding you that even the strongest hearts can face challenges.

Meanings of 心脏病

xīnzàngbìng(xin1zang4bing4)
1heart disease
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心脏病Simplified
心臟病Traditional
24Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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Usage Notes

When discussing health, it's important to use the term in the correct context, such as in a medical appointment or health discussion. Be careful not to confuse it with other terms for general illness, as heart disease is specific. Common collocations include '心脏病患者' (heart disease patient) and '心脏病预防' (heart disease prevention).

HSK Study Tips

While 心脏病 is not specifically listed in HSK vocabulary, it connects to terms related to health (e.g., 医生 yīshēng for doctor) that learners at this level should focus on. Understanding this term can enhance discussions about health and wellness.

Common Mistakes

Learners might confuse 心脏病 with other diseases by using incorrect contexts, such as saying '我有心脏病' (I have heart disease) casually without a medical background. Instead, use it in appropriate discussions about health or when seeking medical advice.

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Component Characters

心xīnheart
HSK 44 strokes心
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脏zāngviscera
HSK 310 strokes⺼
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病bìngillness
HSK 110 strokes疒
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How to say heart disease in Chinese

“heart disease” in Chinese is心脏病xīnzàngbìng

心脏病 (xīn zàng bìng) refers to heart disease, which encompasses various conditions affecting the heart's structure and function. It is commonly used in medical contexts and discussions about health, emphasizing the importance of heart health in daily life.

When to use 心脏病

When discussing health, it's important to use the term in the correct context, such as in a medical appointment or health discussion. Be careful not to confuse it with other terms for general illness, as heart disease is specific. Common collocations include '心脏病患者' (heart disease patient) and '心脏病预防' (heart disease prevention).

What learners get wrong

Learners might confuse 心脏病 with other diseases by using incorrect contexts, such as saying '我有心脏病' (I have heart disease) casually without a medical background. Instead, use it in appropriate discussions about health or when seeking medical advice.

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Common symptoms include chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue. If you experience these, consult a healthcare professional.

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