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畜牧xùmùto raise animalsHSK 7, n, 18 strokes, rank #55202, Very Hard
xùmù(xu4mu4)xu mu T4
  1. 1to raise animals
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March 24, 2026

畜牧xùmù(xu4mu4)

畜牧 (xùmù) refers to the practice of raising livestock or domestic animals for agricultural purposes. This term is commonly used in contexts related to farming, veterinary science, and animal husbandry, highlighting its significance in food production and rural economies.

Strokes18Frequency#55202DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In China, livestock farming is a vital part of the agricultural industry, especially in rural areas where families often rely on animals for food, labor, and income. Festivals such as the Spring Festival often feature livestock as part of traditional celebrations.

Memory tip

Imagine a farmer (畜) with a big hat, tending to his cattle (牧) in a green pasture. The farmer's hat looks like a 'cowboy' hat, and you can remember 'xu' as the sound of the cow mooing in the field, while 'mu' sounds like 'moo.'

Meanings of 畜牧

xùmù(xu4mu4)
1to raise animals
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畜牧Simplified
18Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#55202Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7TOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1

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养殖 (yǎngzhí) refers to breeding aquatic animals or livestock for food, while 畜牧 (xùmù) specifically emphasizes the raising of livestock on land.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 畜牧 with related terms like 养殖 (yǎngzhí), which specifically refers to aquaculture or breeding. This word is more formal and typically used in agricultural contexts. Ensure the correct tone when pronouncing it: xù (4th tone) and mù (4th tone).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 畜牧 connects with other agricultural vocabulary such as 农业 (nóngyè - agriculture) and 牲畜 (shēngchù - livestock). Focus on the nuances of its use in discussions about farming practices in China.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce the tones, saying 'xù mǔ' instead of 'xù mù.' Additionally, using it in informal contexts can lead to confusion, as this term is more appropriate in formal or technical discussions about agriculture.

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Component characters

畜chùlivestock
10 strokes田
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牧mùto herd
8 strokes牛
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How to say to raise animals in Chinese

“to raise animals” in Chinese is畜牧xùmù

畜牧 (xùmù) refers to the practice of raising livestock or domestic animals for agricultural purposes. This term is commonly used in contexts related to farming, veterinary science, and animal husbandry, highlighting its significance in food production and rural economies.

When to use 畜牧

Be careful not to confuse 畜牧 with related terms like 养殖 (yǎngzhí), which specifically refers to aquaculture or breeding. This word is more formal and typically used in agricultural contexts. Ensure the correct tone when pronouncing it: xù (4th tone) and mù (4th tone).

畜牧 or something close to it

养殖 (yǎngzhí) refers to breeding aquatic animals or livestock for food, while 畜牧 (xùmù) specifically emphasizes the raising of livestock on land.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce the tones, saying 'xù mǔ' instead of 'xù mù.' Additionally, using it in informal contexts can lead to confusion, as this term is more appropriate in formal or technical discussions about agriculture.

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畜牧 generally includes cattle, sheep, pigs, and goats, which are raised for meat, milk, and other animal products.

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