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种植业 (zhòngzhí yè) refers specifically to the cultivation of plants, while 农业 (nóngyè) encompasses both plant cultivation and livestock farming.
When using 农业, be mindful of its context; it is typically used in formal discussions about economic sectors or policies. Common collocations include 农业发展 (agricultural development) and 农业生产 (agricultural production). Avoid mixing it with informal slang or colloquial expressions.
As an HSK Level 5 word, 农业 connects to other words related to economy (经济) and environment (环境). Focus on using it in discussions about food security, sustainability, and rural development, as these contexts will enhance your vocabulary and comprehension.
Learners often confuse 农业 with related terms like 农村 (rural area) and 农夫 (farmer). For instance, saying '我喜欢农业' (I like rural areas) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢农村'.
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How to say agriculture in Chinese
“agriculture” in Chinese is农业
农业 (nóng yè) refers to agriculture or farming, encompassing the cultivation of plants and livestock for food, fiber, and other products. It is a crucial sector in many economies, especially in rural areas where farming is a primary source of livelihood. The term can also refer to agricultural practices and research.
When to use 农业
When using 农业, be mindful of its context; it is typically used in formal discussions about economic sectors or policies. Common collocations include 农业发展 (agricultural development) and 农业生产 (agricultural production). Avoid mixing it with informal slang or colloquial expressions.
农业 or something close to it
种植业 (zhòngzhí yè) refers specifically to the cultivation of plants, while 农业 (nóngyè) encompasses both plant cultivation and livestock farming.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 农业 with related terms like 农村 (rural area) and 农夫 (farmer). For instance, saying '我喜欢农业' (I like rural areas) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢农村'.
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Grammar patterns of 农业
农业 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 2 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.
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农场主俱乐部是为____界人士创办的组织。
The Farmers' Club is an organisation for people involved in agriculture.
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农业 refers to agriculture as a field or industry, while 农民 refers to farmers, the individuals who engage in farming.
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