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March 24, 2026
胚(肧)pēi(pei1)
The character 胚 (pēi) refers to an embryo or a formative stage of development. It is commonly used in biological contexts, especially in medicine and agriculture, to describe an early stage of growth or an unfinished product.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the concept of embryonic development is significant, and terms like 胚胎 are often used in discussions about health, fertility, and wellness. This reflects a holistic view of life stages in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a small 'peach' (sounds like pēi) that is just beginning to grow on a tree. This peach represents something that is not yet fully developed, like an embryo. The character 胚 has a 'body' (the 背 radical) that suggests growth and development.
Meanings of 胚
pēi(pei1)
1embryo; an unfinished thing
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About 胚
胚Simplified
肧Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 胚
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a small 'peach' (sounds like pēi) that is just beginning to grow on a tree. This peach represents something that is not yet fully developed, like an embryo. The character 胚 has a 'body' (the 背 radical) that suggests growth and development.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 胚 with similar-sounding words that have different meanings. It's more commonly used in scientific or medical contexts, so it may not be appropriate in casual conversation. Common collocations include 胚胎 (embryo) and 胚芽 (germ bud).
HSK Study Tips
While 胚 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 5 words related to biology and development, such as 发育 (development) and 成长 (growth). Focus on using 胚 in context to better understand its usage within scientific discussions.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the concept of embryonic development is significant, and terms like 胚胎 are often used in discussions about health, fertility, and wellness. This reflects a holistic view of life stages in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 胚 with 背 (bèi), which means 'back'. A common mistake is using 胚 in phrases unrelated to development, such as 胚很高兴 (pēi hěn gāoxìng) instead of saying '我很高兴' (wǒ hěn gāoxìng) for 'I am happy'.
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Grammar Patterns of 胚
胚 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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它是由____胎时的前三个神经原节愈合而成的。
It is formed by the coalescence of the first three neuromeres in the embryo .
Example Sentences for 胚 (3)
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它是由胚胎时的前三个神经原节愈合而成的。
tā shì yóu pēi tāi shí de qián sān gè shén jīng yuán jié yù hé ér chéng de。
It is formed by the coalescence of the first three neuromeres in the embryo .
Its functions are like a zygotic embryo in giving rise to a new plant.
Cultural Notes for 胚
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, the concept of embryonic development is significant, and terms like 胚胎 are often used in discussions about health, fertility, and wellness. This reflects a holistic view of life stages in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 胚
Words Containing This Character13
胚胎pēitāiembryo
胚pēivariant of 胚[pēi]肧
胚胎学embryology胚胎學
胚芽bud
胚乳endosperm (botany)
胚囊(botany) embryo sac
胚泡(biology) blastocyst
外胚层ectoderm (cell lineage in embryology)外胚層
胚珠ovule
中胚层mesoderm (cell lineage in embryology)中胚層
胚层germ layer胚層
胚芽鞘coleoptile, protective sheath covering an emerging shoot (botany)
内胚层endoderm (cell lineage in embryology)內胚層
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Compound Meaning
What does 胚胎 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 胚
胚 (pēi) refers to the early stage of development, while 胚胎 (pēi tāi) specifically means 'embryo', indicating a more advanced stage.
It's best to use 胚 in specific contexts related to biology or development, as it may not be understood in casual conversation.
