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March 24, 2026
原料yuánliào(yuan2liao4)
原料 (yuánliào) refers to raw materials used in manufacturing or production processes. It denotes the basic components that are transformed into finished products, and is commonly used in contexts related to industry, cooking, and crafting.
Strokes20Frequency#10057DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 原料 is crucial in both traditional and modern cooking, highlighting the importance of fresh, quality ingredients in preparing meals. This reflects a broader cultural appreciation for craftsmanship and the integrity of materials used in food and other products.
Memory Tip
Think of 原 (yuán) as the 'origin' of something and 料 (liào) as 'material.' Imagine a factory where raw ingredients come from their original source to be transformed into delicious dishes or useful products, reinforcing the idea that原料 are the foundational materials for creation.
Meanings of 原料
yuánliào(yuan2liao4)
1raw material
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原料Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#10057Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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原材料 (yuáncáiliào) - use 原料 (yuánliào) for a focus on the basic materials, while 原材料 (yuáncáiliào) can imply a broader range of materials including processed ones.
Usage Notes
A common mistake is using 原料 in contexts where finished products are discussed instead of raw materials. The term is more formal and often used in business or industrial settings. Be careful with the tone; ensure the second character 料 is pronounced with a falling tone (4th tone).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 原料 connects to other vocabulary related to industry and production. Students should focus on its usage in sentences discussing manufacturing processes or related economic topics, as well as collocations such as '生产原料' (shēngchǎn yuánliào) meaning 'production materials.'
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 原料 with finished products, mistakenly saying '这个是我的原料' (Zhège shì wǒ de yuánliào) when they mean 'this is my finished product.' The correct term for finished products would be 成品 (chéngpǐn).
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原料 (yuánliào) refers to raw materials used in manufacturing or production processes. It denotes the basic components that are transformed into finished products, and is commonly used in contexts related to industry, cooking, and crafting.
When to use 原料
A common mistake is using 原料 in contexts where finished products are discussed instead of raw materials. The term is more formal and often used in business or industrial settings. Be careful with the tone; ensure the second character 料 is pronounced with a falling tone (4th tone).
原料 or something close to it
原材料 (yuáncáiliào) - use 原料 (yuánliào) for a focus on the basic materials, while 原材料 (yuáncáiliào) can imply a broader range of materials including processed ones.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 原料 with finished products, mistakenly saying '这个是我的原料' (Zhège shì wǒ de yuánliào) when they mean 'this is my finished product.' The correct term for finished products would be 成品 (chéngpǐn).
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Grammar Patterns of 原料
原料 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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她那广受欢迎的防烫布垫也可以自己购买____套装自己制作。
Her popular pot holder is also available in do-it-yourself kits.
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她那广受欢迎的防烫布垫也可以自己购买原料套装自己制作。
tā nà guǎng shòu huān yíng de fáng tàng bù diàn yě kě yǐ zì jǐ gòu mǎi yuán liào tào zhuāng zì jǐ zhì zuò。
Her popular pot holder is also available in do-it-yourself kits.
Among of them, Phenprobamate and Chlorpropamide are exclusive domestic products.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 原料
You can say '我们需要更多的原料来生产这个产品' (Wǒmen xūyào gèng duō de yuánliào lái shēngchǎn zhège chǎnpǐn), meaning 'We need more raw materials to produce this product.'
原料 is generally more formal and is often used in business or industrial contexts, so it might not be common in everyday casual conversation.
Yes, 原料 can refer to food ingredients, especially in the context of cooking or food production.
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