血型 (xuèxíng) refers to a person's blood type, which is classified into groups such as A, B, AB, and O based on the presence or absence of certain antigens. Understanding blood types is crucial in medical contexts, especially for blood transfusions and organ transplants, as compatibility can significantly affect health outcomes.
HSK 6, 16 strokes, Hard
xuèxíng(xue4xing2) T4
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May 27, 2026
血型xuèxíng(xue4xing2)
血型 (xuèxíng) refers to a person's blood type, which is classified into groups such as A, B, AB, and O based on the presence or absence of certain antigens. Understanding blood types is crucial in medical contexts, especially for blood transfusions and organ transplants, as compatibility can significantly affect health outcomes.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, knowledge of blood types is often emphasized in medical settings, particularly during health check-ups or when preparing for surgeries, reflecting a broader awareness of health and wellness in society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a blood donor's bag shaped like a giant 'X' (for '血' which means blood), with different colored labels (A, B, AB, O) hanging from it to represent the different blood types, while '型' (xíng) resembles a mold or shape, indicating that these are the distinct categories of blood.
About 血型
血型Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a blood donor's bag shaped like a giant 'X' (for '血' which means blood), with different colored labels (A, B, AB, O) hanging from it to represent the different blood types, while '型' (xíng) resembles a mold or shape, indicating that these are the distinct categories of blood.
Usage Notes
When discussing blood types, it's common to pair 血型 with other medical terms, like 输血 (shūxiě, blood transfusion). Be cautious with the pronunciation; the first tone in '血' can be tricky, so practice differentiating it from other similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 learner, focus on using 血型 in more complex sentences, such as discussing medical scenarios or health issues. Relate this word to other HSK vocabulary related to health, like 医生 (yīshēng, doctor) and 病 (bìng, illness).
Cultural Note
In China, knowledge of blood types is often emphasized in medical settings, particularly during health check-ups or when preparing for surgeries, reflecting a broader awareness of health and wellness in society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 血型 with other health-related terms, such as 健康 (jiànkāng, health) or 医院 (yīyuàn, hospital). For example, saying '我去医院为了血型' (Wǒ qù yīyuàn wèile xuèxíng) is incorrect; it should be '我去医院检查血型' (Wǒ qù yīyuàn jiǎnchá xuèxíng) meaning 'I go to the hospital to check my blood type.'
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Cultural Notes for 血型
🏮Cultural insight
In China, knowledge of blood types is often emphasized in medical settings, particularly during health check-ups or when preparing for surgeries, reflecting a broader awareness of health and wellness in society.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
The importance of blood types in medical contexts is similarly recognized in Western cultures, but discussions about blood types may not be as prominent in casual conversations as they are in some Asian cultures.
Frequently Asked Questions about 血型
The blood types are A型 (A xíng), B型 (B xíng), AB型 (AB xíng), and O型 (O xíng).
You can say '我的血型是A型' (Wǒ de xuèxíng shì A xíng) meaning 'My blood type is A.'
While primarily used in medical contexts, it can also be relevant in discussions about genetics, compatibility in relationships, and even dietary choices.
