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蛋白质
dànbáizhì
protein
HSK 6, n, 24 strokes, rank #8627, Hard
dànbáizhì(dan4bai2zhi4)dan bai zhi T4
1protein
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March 24, 2026
蛋白质(蛋白質)dànbáizhì(dan4bai2zhi4)
蛋白质 (dàn bái zhì) refers to proteins, which are essential macromolecules in the body that play crucial roles in structure, function, and regulation of tissues and organs. Commonly discussed in contexts of nutrition and biochemistry, this term underscores the importance of proteins in a balanced diet and human health.
Strokes24Frequency#8627DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese cuisine, there's a strong emphasis on balanced nutrition, including sufficient protein intake from both animal and plant sources, highlighting the cultural importance of health and wellness.
Memory tip
Imagine a giant egg (蛋, dàn) with a strong white (白, bái) shell, symbolizing the protective role of proteins in our body. The '质' (zhì) component can remind you of 'quality,' as proteins are of high quality in terms of nutrition.
Meanings of 蛋白质
dànbáizhì(dan4bai2zhi4)
1protein
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About 蛋白质
蛋白质Simplified
蛋白質Traditional
24Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#8627Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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氨基酸 (ānjīsuān) vs 蛋白质 (dàn bái zhì): Choose 蛋白质 when referring to the complete proteins made up of amino acids, while 氨基酸 specifically refers to the individual building blocks of proteins.
Usage Notes
Be careful with the tone of each syllable; mixing them can lead to misunderstandings. It's often used in health discussions, such as 'high protein diets' (高蛋白饮食). Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where simpler terms might suffice.
HSK Study Tips
As a Level 6 word, 蛋白质 connects with other scientific and health-related vocabulary. Focus on understanding its implications in nutrition and biochemistry, especially in discussions about dietary needs and health.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 蛋白质 with other nutrients, such as 碳水化合物 (carbohydrates). For example, saying '我需要更多的碳白质' instead of '蛋白质' is incorrect. The correct phrase should focus solely on 蛋白质.
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蛋白质 (dàn bái zhì) refers to proteins, which are essential macromolecules in the body that play crucial roles in structure, function, and regulation of tissues and organs. Commonly discussed in contexts of nutrition and biochemistry, this term underscores the importance of proteins in a balanced diet and human health.
When to use 蛋白质
Be careful with the tone of each syllable; mixing them can lead to misunderstandings. It's often used in health discussions, such as 'high protein diets' (高蛋白饮食). Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where simpler terms might suffice.
蛋白质 or something close to it
氨基酸 (ānjīsuān) vs 蛋白质 (dàn bái zhì): Choose 蛋白质 when referring to the complete proteins made up of amino acids, while 氨基酸 specifically refers to the individual building blocks of proteins.
What learners get wrong
Learners may confuse 蛋白质 with other nutrients, such as 碳水化合物 (carbohydrates). For example, saying '我需要更多的碳白质' instead of '蛋白质' is incorrect. The correct phrase should focus solely on 蛋白质.
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Grammar patterns of 蛋白质
蛋白质 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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饮食中摄入过量____可能会加速衰老。
Too much protein in the diet may advance the ageing process.
