Meanings of 脉搏
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AI Study Notes for 脉搏
脉搏 (pulse) vs 心跳 (heartbeat) — use 脉搏 for the broader concept of pulse measurement, while 心跳 specifically refers to the heartbeat itself.
脉搏 is generally used in formal contexts, particularly in medical discussions. Common mistakes include confusing it with other terms for heartbeat (心跳). Be cautious with the tones, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to misunderstandings.
As an HSK 6 word, 脉搏 connects with other medical vocabulary and terms related to health. Students should focus on how it fits into discussions about health and well-being, and practice using it in sentences that describe both physical and metaphorical conditions.
Learners often confuse 脉搏 with 心跳 (xīn tiào), which specifically means heartbeat. Remember, 脉搏 is broader and can refer to the pulse in various contexts, not just the heartbeat.
Pronunciation of 脉搏
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How to say pulse (both medical and figurative) in Chinese
“pulse (both medical and figurative)” in Chinese is脉搏
脉搏 (mài bó) refers to the pulse, which is the rhythmic beating of the heart felt at various points on the body. It is commonly used in both medical contexts, such as checking heart rate, and figuratively to describe the pulse of a situation, indicating the current state or trend in various fields.
When to use 脉搏
脉搏 is generally used in formal contexts, particularly in medical discussions. Common mistakes include confusing it with other terms for heartbeat (心跳). Be cautious with the tones, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to misunderstandings.
脉搏 or something close to it
脉搏 (pulse) vs 心跳 (heartbeat) — use 脉搏 for the broader concept of pulse measurement, while 心跳 specifically refers to the heartbeat itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 脉搏 with 心跳 (xīn tiào), which specifically means heartbeat. Remember, 脉搏 is broader and can refer to the pulse in various contexts, not just the heartbeat.
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Grammar Patterns of 脉搏
脉搏 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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他们给我量了____、血压，还给我的下颌拍了X光片。
They took my pulse, took my blood pressure, and X-rayed my jaw.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 脉搏
You can say: '医生检查了我的脉搏' (The doctor checked my pulse).
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