滋养 (zīyǎng) refers to nourishment or nurturing, often in the context of promoting growth and development. It can be used to describe physical nourishment, like food that nourishes the body, as well as metaphorical nourishment, such as education or emotional support that fosters personal growth.
HSK 6, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
滋养zīyǎng(zi1yang3)
滋养 (zīyǎng) refers to nourishment or nurturing, often in the context of promoting growth and development. It can be used to describe physical nourishment, like food that nourishes the body, as well as metaphorical nourishment, such as education or emotional support that fosters personal growth.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 滋养 extends beyond physical needs to include emotional and spiritual growth, reflecting the holistic view of well-being prevalent in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy.
Memory Tip
Imagine a nurturing garden where the sun (滋) bathes the plants, helping them grow strong (养). Visualize a gardener carefully providing water and nutrients to each plant to ensure they flourish, connecting the character's meaning of nourishment and growth.
About 滋养
滋养Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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滋补 (zībǔ) refers specifically to nourishing the body with restorative food or medicine, while 滋养 (zīyǎng) has a broader meaning that includes both physical and metaphorical nourishment.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a nurturing garden where the sun (滋) bathes the plants, helping them grow strong (养). Visualize a gardener carefully providing water and nutrients to each plant to ensure they flourish, connecting the character's meaning of nourishment and growth.
Usage Notes
This term is often used in both formal and informal contexts, making it versatile. Common collocations include '滋养身体' (nourish the body) and '滋养心灵' (nourish the soul). Be careful with tone; mispronouncing '滋' (zī) with a different tone can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, focus on using 滋养 in complex sentences to describe both physical and emotional nourishment. Connect it with related vocabulary like '养' (to raise/nurture) and '滋味' (flavor) to deepen understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 滋养 extends beyond physical needs to include emotional and spiritual growth, reflecting the holistic view of well-being prevalent in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 滋养 with 养 alone, using phrases like '滋养人' (nourish people) instead of the more natural '滋养心灵' (nourish the soul). It's important to remember that 滋养 carries a deeper meaning of enrichment.
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Cultural Notes for 滋养
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In Chinese culture, the concept of 滋养 extends beyond physical needs to include emotional and spiritual growth, reflecting the holistic view of well-being prevalent in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy.
Frequently Asked Questions about 滋养
滋养 emphasizes the nourishing aspect, often referring to nourishment that supports growth, while 养 can simply mean to raise or nurture without the same connotation of enrichment.
Yes, 滋养 can describe non-physical forms of nourishment, such as education or emotional support.
It is commonly used in both written and spoken Chinese, especially in formal discussions about health and well-being.
