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March 24, 2026
疗(療)liáo(liao2)
疗 (liáo) refers to the act of treating or curing someone, particularly in a medical or therapeutic context. It encompasses a range of meanings related to recovery, healing, and the various methods employed to achieve these outcomes, often used in terms like '疗法' (therapy) or '治疗' (treatment).
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Cultural Note
'疗' is commonly seen in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which emphasizes holistic approaches to healing. Concepts of balance and harmony in health are integral to Chinese culture, making terms related to '疗' significant in everyday life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a doctor (represented by the character '疗') who is gently treating a patient back to health. The left side of '疗' looks like a person (亻), while the right side (疗) suggests methods and processes, reinforcing the concept of healing through care.
Meanings of 疗
liáo(liao2)
1to treat
2to cure
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About 疗
疗Simplified
療Traditional
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疒Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L3
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AI Study Notes for 疗
Quick Contrast
治疗 (zhìliáo) vs 疗法 (liáofǎ) — use 疗 when referring to the act of healing in a general sense, while 治疗 emphasizes the treatment process itself.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a doctor (represented by the character '疗') who is gently treating a patient back to health. The left side of '疗' looks like a person (亻), while the right side (疗) suggests methods and processes, reinforcing the concept of healing through care.
Usage Notes
Be mindful that '疗' is often used in more formal contexts related to healthcare. Common collocations include '疗法' (therapy) and '治疗' (treatment). Beginners might confuse '疗' with similar-sounding words; ensure correct pronunciation is emphasized.
HSK Study Tips
Although '疗' is not classified under a specific HSK level, it is relevant for learners aiming for HSK 4 and above, especially those focusing on health and wellness vocabulary. Students should practice its usage in context with related terms like '治疗' and '疗养'.
Cultural Note
'疗' is commonly seen in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which emphasizes holistic approaches to healing. Concepts of balance and harmony in health are integral to Chinese culture, making terms related to '疗' significant in everyday life.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse '疗' with '疗养' (liáoyǎng), which specifically refers to recuperation or convalescence. It’s important to distinguish between general treatment and the specific recovery aspect when using these terms.
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Grammar Patterns of 疗
疗 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
He was epileptic and refused to take medication for his condition.
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他们已在临床试验中接受过这种药物的治疗。
tā mén yǐ zài lín chuáng shì yàn zhōng jiē shòu guò zhè zhǒng yào wù de zhì liáo。
They have been treated with this drug in clinical trials.
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对于腿部骨折有什么方法替代牵引治疗吗？
duì yú tuǐ bù gǔ zhē yǒu shí mó fāng fǎ tì dài qiān yǐn zhì liáo ma？
Is there an alternative to traction for a broken leg?
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许多其他的药物治疗对胆固醇水平都有一定的影响。
xǔ duō qí tā de yào wù zhì liáo duì dǎn gù chún shuǐ píng dū yǒu yī dìng de yǐng xiǎng。
Many other medications have an influence on cholesterol levels.
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我们开始对药物治疗有了一些深入了解。
wǒ mén kāi shǐ duì yào wù zhì liáo yǒu le yī xiē shēn rù le jiě。
We are beginning to have some insight into drug therapy.
Cultural Notes for 疗
🏮Cultural insight
'疗' is commonly seen in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which emphasizes holistic approaches to healing. Concepts of balance and harmony in health are integral to Chinese culture, making terms related to '疗' significant in everyday life.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, therapy often refers specifically to psychological treatment, whereas in Chinese culture, '疗' encompasses both physical and mental healing practices, reflecting a more integrated approach to health.
Word Family of 疗
Words Containing This Character15
治疗zhìliáotherapy治療
医疗yīliáomedical treatment醫療
疗法liáofǎtherapy療法
疗效liáoxiàohealing efficacy療效
化疗chemotherapy化療
疗程course of treatment療程
疗liáoto treat療
医疗费medical expenses醫療費
理疗physiotherapy理療
诊疗diagnosis and treatment診療
疗养liáoyǎngto get well療養
水疗hydrotherapy水療
食疗food therapy食療
电疗electrotherapy電療
治疗法therapy治療法
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Frequently Asked Questions about 疗
疗 is used in both traditional and modern Chinese medicine to refer to various forms of treatment. In traditional contexts, it may refer to herbal therapies, while in modern contexts, it may include medical interventions and therapies. Understanding its use can enhance your comprehension of health-related discussions in Chinese.
Common phrases that include 疗 are '疗养' (liáo yǎng), which means 'to recuperate' or 'to recover,' and '心理疗法' (xīnlǐ liáofǎ), which means 'psychotherapy.' These phrases highlight the use of 疗 in both physical and mental health contexts.
疗 can be used in various contexts related to treatment or therapy. For example, in the phrase '疗伤' (liáo shāng), it means 'to treat an injury.' When using 疗, it is typically paired with a noun that specifies what is being treated.
疗 (liáo) means 'to treat' or 'to cure.' It is often used in the context of therapy or healing. This character is commonly found in medical terms and phrases related to treatment.
'疗' focuses on the broader concept of therapy and treatment, while '治' specifically means to govern or to cure, often used in a more medical or authoritative sense.
'疗' is more commonly used in formal or medical contexts, so in casual conversation, it may be more appropriate to use simpler terms for treatment.
Yes, there are many types of '疗', such as '物理疗法' (physical therapy) and '心理疗法' (psychological therapy), each focusing on different aspects of healing.
