Meanings of 瘫痪
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AI Study Notes for 瘫痪
瘫痪 (tānhuàn) vs 停止 (tíngzhǐ) — use 瘫痪 when referring to loss of function due to a condition, while 停止 implies a voluntary stop.
Be careful with the context in which you use 瘫痪; it is typically used in serious discussions about health or functionality. Common collocations include '瘫痪状态' (state of paralysis) and '瘫痪交通' (paralyzed traffic). Also, remember that it carries a negative connotation, so it’s not suitable for light-hearted conversations.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 瘫痪 connects to other medical and technical vocabulary, enriching your understanding of health-related topics in Chinese. Focus on the nuances of its usage in both literal and metaphorical contexts to enhance your fluency.
Learners often confuse 瘫痪 with similar terms like 麻痹 (numbness) or 失去 (loss). For example, saying '我感到瘫痪' (I feel paralyzed) is incorrect unless it refers to a specific medical condition; a more accurate expression would be '我感到麻痹' (I feel numb).
Pronunciation of 瘫痪
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How to say paralysis in Chinese
“paralysis” in Chinese is瘫痪
瘫痪 (tān huàn) refers to a loss of voluntary movement or sensation in a part of the body, often resulting from damage to the nervous system. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a complete halt in functionality, such as in transportation or operations. The term is commonly used in medical contexts and discussions of health, as well as in broader discussions about systems that are incapacitated.
When to use 瘫痪
Be careful with the context in which you use 瘫痪; it is typically used in serious discussions about health or functionality. Common collocations include '瘫痪状态' (state of paralysis) and '瘫痪交通' (paralyzed traffic). Also, remember that it carries a negative connotation, so it’s not suitable for light-hearted conversations.
瘫痪 or something close to it
瘫痪 (tānhuàn) vs 停止 (tíngzhǐ) — use 瘫痪 when referring to loss of function due to a condition, while 停止 implies a voluntary stop.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 瘫痪 with similar terms like 麻痹 (numbness) or 失去 (loss). For example, saying '我感到瘫痪' (I feel paralyzed) is incorrect unless it refers to a specific medical condition; a more accurate expression would be '我感到麻痹' (I feel numb).
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Grammar Patterns of 瘫痪
瘫痪 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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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一场暴风雨致使公路隐患重重且电力____。
A storm has made roads treacherous and knocked out power.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 瘫痪
No, 瘫痪 can also be used metaphorically to describe systems or processes that are completely halted.
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