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献血xiànxuèto donate bloodHSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #16588, Very Hard
xiànxuè(xian4xue4)xian xue T4
  1. 1to donate blood
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March 24, 2026

献血(獻血)xiànxuè(xian4xue4)

献血 (xiàn xuè) means 'to donate blood,' a generous act that helps save lives. This term is commonly used in the context of blood donation drives or campaigns, emphasizing the importance of community support in healthcare. It reflects a sense of altruism and social responsibility.

Strokes19Frequency#16588DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In China, blood donation is often promoted as a civic duty, with campaigns organized by hospitals and community organizations. Events like the 'National Blood Donation Day' encourage citizens to participate, reflecting a collective responsibility towards health.

Memory tip

Imagine a person holding out their arm to donate blood, and think of '献' (xiàn) as 'handing over' something valuable, like blood. The character '血' (xuè) resembles drops of blood, reinforcing the idea of donating. Picture a heroic act where every drop counts.

Meanings of 献血

xiànxuè(xian4xue4)
1to donate blood
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献血Simplified
獻血Traditional
19Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Usage Notes

Be mindful of the context in which you use 献血; it is generally formal and used in healthcare settings or community events. A common mistake is to confuse it with '捐血' (juān xuè), which also means to donate blood but is used more broadly for acts of giving. Always use the correct tone: 献 (xiàn) with a falling tone and 血 (xuè) with a falling tone as well.

HSK Study Tips

Though not directly listed in HSK levels, understanding 献血 can enhance your vocabulary related to health and community service. Focus on related terms like '捐款' (juān kuǎn, to donate money) and '志愿者' (zhì yuàn zhě, volunteer) to build a broader understanding of charitable actions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse 献血 in casual contexts, treating it like a simple verb. For instance, saying '我献血了' (wǒ xiàn xuè le) without context can sound awkward; it's better to say '我去献血' (wǒ qù xiàn xuè) meaning 'I'm going to donate blood.'

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Component characters

献xiànto offer
HSK 713 strokes犬
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血xuèblood
HSK 46 strokes血
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How to say to donate blood in Chinese

“to donate blood” in Chinese is献血xiànxuè

献血 (xiàn xuè) means 'to donate blood,' a generous act that helps save lives. This term is commonly used in the context of blood donation drives or campaigns, emphasizing the importance of community support in healthcare. It reflects a sense of altruism and social responsibility.

When to use 献血

Be mindful of the context in which you use 献血; it is generally formal and used in healthcare settings or community events. A common mistake is to confuse it with '捐血' (juān xuè), which also means to donate blood but is used more broadly for acts of giving. Always use the correct tone: 献 (xiàn) with a falling tone and 血 (xuè) with a falling tone as well.

What learners get wrong

Learners often misuse 献血 in casual contexts, treating it like a simple verb. For instance, saying '我献血了' (wǒ xiàn xuè le) without context can sound awkward; it's better to say '我去献血' (wǒ qù xiàn xuè) meaning 'I'm going to donate blood.'

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