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胨 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
胨dòngpeptonezg, 9 strokes, radical ⺼
dòng(dong4) T4
  1. 1peptone
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March 24, 2026

胨(腖)dòng(dong4)

胨 (dòng) refers to peptone, a water-soluble substance derived from proteins, often used in microbiological culture media. It is commonly encountered in scientific contexts, particularly in biochemistry and microbiology, where it serves as a nutrient source for growing bacteria and other microorganisms.

Strokes9Radical⺼
Cultural Note

In Chinese science and education, the study of microbiology and biochemistry is highly valued, and terms like 胨 are foundational in laboratory settings, reflecting the importance of scientific advancement in modern China.

Memory Tip

Imagine a chef cooking a 'dough' (sounds like 'dòng') that is so rich in flavor it turns into a nourishing broth. The character 胨 combines the radical for meat (月) with a component that suggests a mix, helping you visualize the protein-rich essence of peptone.

Meanings of 胨

dòng(dong4)
1peptone
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About 胨

胨Simplified
腖Traditional
9Strokes
⺼Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 胨

Usage Notes

胨 is primarily used in scientific and technical contexts, so it may not be commonly understood in everyday conversation. Be mindful of the formal register when using it, especially in academic or professional settings. Common collocations include '胨培养基' (peptone culture medium).

HSK Study Tips

While 胨 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it relates to other scientific terms that may be present in advanced HSK studies, such as 蛋白 (protein). Focus on understanding the context in which 胨 is used if you encounter it in scientific literature.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 胨 with similar-sounding words like 胆 (dǎn, gallbladder) due to pronunciation similarities. Remember, 胨 specifically relates to peptone and is not used in general health discussions.

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Pronunciation of 胨

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Etymology of 胨

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

organic compound

Semantic (meaning)⺼
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Phonetic (sound)东
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Case file: 胨

  1. 1The meaning half⺼ carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half东 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayorganic compound
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 胨?

Decomposition of 胨

IDS Structure⿰⺼东
胨Full Character
=
⺼rou4
left
东Dong1
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 胨?

How to say peptone in Chinese

“peptone” in Chinese is胨dòng

胨 (dòng) refers to peptone, a water-soluble substance derived from proteins, often used in microbiological culture media. It is commonly encountered in scientific contexts, particularly in biochemistry and microbiology, where it serves as a nutrient source for growing bacteria and other microorganisms.

When to use 胨

胨 is primarily used in scientific and technical contexts, so it may not be commonly understood in everyday conversation. Be mindful of the formal register when using it, especially in academic or professional settings. Common collocations include '胨培养基' (peptone culture medium).

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 胨 with similar-sounding words like 胆 (dǎn, gallbladder) due to pronunciation similarities. Remember, 胨 specifically relates to peptone and is not used in general health discussions.

Write 胨

胨

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Word Family of 胨

Words Containing This Character2
胨dòngpeptone (biochemistry)腖
蛋白胨peptone (biochemistry)蛋白腖
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Compound Meaning

What does 胨 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 胨

胨 is pronounced as 'dòng'.

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