Meanings of 娩
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When using 娩, it's important to be aware that it is more formal and is primarily used in medical contexts. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding words that may not relate to childbirth. Be cautious with tone; ensure to use the third tone (miǎn) correctly.
Although not part of the official HSK vocabulary, understanding 娩 can enhance your medical and formal vocabulary. Focus on its pronunciation and context to recognize it in healthcare settings, which may also help with related terms like 生 (shēng, to give birth) and 产 (chǎn, childbirth).
Learners often confuse 娩 with the more commonly used 生 (shēng) for giving birth, leading to incorrect usage in casual contexts. Remember, 娩 is more formal and specific to childbirth scenarios.
Pronunciation of 娩
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Etymology of 娩
Phonosemantic compound. 女 represents the meaning and 免 represents the sound.
woman
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Case file: 娩
Phonosemantic compound. 女 represents the meaning and 免 represents the sound.
- 1The meaning half女 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half免 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaywoman
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say childbirth, labor in Chinese
“childbirth, labor” in Chinese is娩
The character 娩 (miǎn) primarily refers to childbirth or the act of giving birth. It is commonly used in medical or formal contexts related to labor and delivery, as well as describing someone who is agreeable or complaisant in nature. The nuance of the word often emphasizes a sense of ease or smoothness in the process it describes.
When to use 娩
When using 娩, it's important to be aware that it is more formal and is primarily used in medical contexts. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding words that may not relate to childbirth. Be cautious with tone; ensure to use the third tone (miǎn) correctly.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 娩 with the more commonly used 生 (shēng) for giving birth, leading to incorrect usage in casual contexts. Remember, 娩 is more formal and specific to childbirth scenarios.
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Grammar Patterns of 娩
娩 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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这家医院率先使用了分____池。
The hospital has pioneered the use of birthing pools.
Example Sentences for 娩 (4)
Word Family of 娩
Compound Meaning
What does 分娩 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 娩
While both words relate to childbirth, 娩 specifically refers to the act of giving birth, whereas 生 is more general, meaning 'to give birth' or 'to bear.'
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