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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
口腔kǒuqiāngoral cavityHSK 6, n, 15 strokes, rank #14332, Hard
kǒuqiāng(kou3qiang1)kou qiang T3
  1. 1oral cavity
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March 24, 2026

口腔kǒuqiāng(kou3qiang1)

口腔 refers to the oral cavity, which is the space within the mouth that includes the gums, tongue, and teeth. It plays a crucial role in digestion and speech, and is commonly discussed in medical, dental, and nutritional contexts. Understanding this term is essential for anyone studying health-related fields in Mandarin.

Strokes15Frequency#14332DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese medicine, the health of the 口腔 is believed to reflect overall body health, emphasizing the importance of oral hygiene and diet in maintaining well-being.

Memory Tip

Think of 口 (kǒu) as a mouth opening and 腔 (qiāng) as a cavity or chamber. Visualize a big mouth (口) filled with air (腔) to remember that it means 'oral cavity'. The pronunciation 'kǒu qiāng' can be remembered by imagining 'cow's mouth' (sounds similar) which emphasizes the space inside.

Meanings of 口腔

kǒuqiāng(kou3qiang1)
1oral cavity
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About 口腔

口腔Simplified
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#14332Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 口腔

Usage Notes

When discussing health or anatomy, 口腔 is often used in formal contexts. A common mistake is confusing it with related terms like 牙 (yá, tooth) or 嘴巴 (zuǐ bā, mouth), which refer to more specific parts. Be mindful of the tones: 口 is third tone and 腔 is first tone.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 口腔 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to health, anatomy, and medical discussions. Students should focus on its usage in specific contexts, especially in academic or professional settings.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 口腔 interchangeably with 嘴巴 (zuǐ bā) or 牙 (yá). For example, saying '我有问题在我的嘴巴' (I have a problem in my mouth) instead of '我有问题在我的口腔' is incorrect when referring to dental or oral issues.

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Component Characters

口kǒumouth
HSK 13 strokes口
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腔qiāngcavity of body
HSK 712 strokes⺼
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How to say oral cavity in Chinese

“oral cavity” in Chinese is口腔kǒuqiāng

口腔 refers to the oral cavity, which is the space within the mouth that includes the gums, tongue, and teeth. It plays a crucial role in digestion and speech, and is commonly discussed in medical, dental, and nutritional contexts. Understanding this term is essential for anyone studying health-related fields in Mandarin.

When to use 口腔

When discussing health or anatomy, 口腔 is often used in formal contexts. A common mistake is confusing it with related terms like 牙 (yá, tooth) or 嘴巴 (zuǐ bā, mouth), which refer to more specific parts. Be mindful of the tones: 口 is third tone and 腔 is first tone.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 口腔 interchangeably with 嘴巴 (zuǐ bā) or 牙 (yá). For example, saying '我有问题在我的嘴巴' (I have a problem in my mouth) instead of '我有问题在我的口腔' is incorrect when referring to dental or oral issues.

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Grammar Patterns of 口腔

口腔 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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正畸医生从比利的____内部取了模型。

An orthodontist took a cast of the inside of Billy's mouth.

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正畸医生从比利的口腔内部取了模型。

zhèng jī yī shēng cóng bǐ lì de kǒu qiāng nèi bù qǔ le mó xíng。

An orthodontist took a cast of the inside of Billy's mouth.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 口腔

口腔 specifically refers to the oral cavity, while 嘴巴 refers to the mouth in general, including the outer parts.

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