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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
胸部xiōngbùchestHSK 4, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #2886, Medium
胸部xiōngbùbosomHSK 4, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #2886, Medium
xiōngbù(xiong1bu4)xiong bu T1
  1. 1chest
  2. 2bosom
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March 24, 2026

胸部xiōngbù(xiong1bu4)

胸部 (xiong1 bu4) refers to the chest area of the human body, encompassing the front part of the torso. It is commonly used in medical contexts, fitness discussions, and when describing emotions, as in the phrase '胸部感受' (feelings in the chest). The term can also imply a sense of warmth or affection when talking about bosom friends or loved ones.

Strokes20Frequency#2886DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of '胸' can extend to emotional expressions, often associated with courage and openness. Phrases like '胸怀' (to have a broad mind) highlight the value placed on emotional depth and connection in relationships.

Memory Tip

Imagine a strong heart beating in the middle of your chest (胸), with '部' suggesting a section. Visualize a superhero with a big 'X' on their chest, representing strength and protection, helping you remember that '胸部' relates to the chest area.

Meanings of 胸部

xiōngbù(xiong1bu4)
1chest
2bosom
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胸部Simplified
20Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1

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心胸 (xīnxiōng) - use 胸部 for anatomical reference, while 心胸 refers to one's mindset or emotional breadth.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the pronunciation; the first syllable '胸' is pronounced with a high level tone, while '部' has a falling tone. It is often used in medical phrases like '胸部疼痛' (chest pain) or '胸部检查' (chest examination). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts; '胸' can sound casual.

HSK Study Tips

Although '胸部' is not a specific HSK vocabulary word, it relates to health and anatomy terms that may appear in HSK exams. Focus on practicing related terms and phrases, especially in health or fitness discussions at HSK level 3 and above.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 胸部 with other body parts like '腹部' (abdomen) or '头部' (head). For example, saying '我有腹部疼痛' (I have chest pain) instead of '我有胸部疼痛' is incorrect.

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Component Characters

胸xiōngbreast, bosom; heart, mind
HSK 610 strokes⺼
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部bùministry
HSK 410 strokes阝
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How to say chest in Chinese

“chest” in Chinese is胸部xiōngbù

胸部 (xiong1 bu4) refers to the chest area of the human body, encompassing the front part of the torso. It is commonly used in medical contexts, fitness discussions, and when describing emotions, as in the phrase '胸部感受' (feelings in the chest). The term can also imply a sense of warmth or affection when talking about bosom friends or loved ones.

When to use 胸部

Be cautious with the pronunciation; the first syllable '胸' is pronounced with a high level tone, while '部' has a falling tone. It is often used in medical phrases like '胸部疼痛' (chest pain) or '胸部检查' (chest examination). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts; '胸' can sound casual.

胸部 or something close to it

心胸 (xīnxiōng) - use 胸部 for anatomical reference, while 心胸 refers to one's mindset or emotional breadth.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 胸部 with other body parts like '腹部' (abdomen) or '头部' (head). For example, saying '我有腹部疼痛' (I have chest pain) instead of '我有胸部疼痛' is incorrect.

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胸部 is not commonly used in everyday conversation unless the topic is health or anatomy. In casual settings, people might use simpler terms or phrases to describe the chest.

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