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March 24, 2026
农业(農業)nóngyè(nong2ye4)
农业 (nóng yè) refers to agriculture or farming, encompassing the cultivation of plants and livestock for food, fiber, and other products. It is a crucial sector in many economies, especially in rural areas where farming is a primary source of livelihood. The term can also refer to agricultural practices and research.
Frequency#11396DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In China, agriculture has a rich history, deeply integrated into cultural practices and festivals, such as the Mid-Autumn Festival, which celebrates the harvest. Understanding 农业 also involves recognizing its role in China’s rapid economic transformation and modernization.
Memory Tip
Imagine a farmer (农) with a large basket (业) full of fruits and vegetables, representing the bounty of agriculture. The '农' character looks like a person working in the field, while '业' can remind you of 'industry,' linking farming to economic activity.
Meanings of 农业
nóngyè(nong2ye4)
1agriculture
2farming
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About 农业
农业Simplified
農業Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#11396Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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种植业 (zhòngzhí yè) refers specifically to the cultivation of plants, while 农业 (nóngyè) encompasses both plant cultivation and livestock farming.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a farmer (农) with a large basket (业) full of fruits and vegetables, representing the bounty of agriculture. The '农' character looks like a person working in the field, while '业' can remind you of 'industry,' linking farming to economic activity.
Usage Notes
When using 农业, be mindful of its context; it is typically used in formal discussions about economic sectors or policies. Common collocations include 农业发展 (agricultural development) and 农业生产 (agricultural production). Avoid mixing it with informal slang or colloquial expressions.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 农业 connects to other words related to economy (经济) and environment (环境). Focus on using it in discussions about food security, sustainability, and rural development, as these contexts will enhance your vocabulary and comprehension.
Cultural Note
In China, agriculture has a rich history, deeply integrated into cultural practices and festivals, such as the Mid-Autumn Festival, which celebrates the harvest. Understanding 农业 also involves recognizing its role in China’s rapid economic transformation and modernization.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 农业 with related terms like 农村 (rural area) and 农夫 (farmer). For instance, saying '我喜欢农业' (I like rural areas) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢农村'.
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Grammar Patterns of 农业
农业 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). It carries 2 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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农场主俱乐部是为____界人士创办的组织。
The Farmers' Club is an organisation for people involved in agriculture.
Example Sentences for 农业 (6)
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1
农场主俱乐部是为农业界人士创办的组织。
nóng cháng zhǔ jù lè bù shì wéi nóng yè jiè rén shì chuàng bàn de zǔ zhī。
The Farmers' Club is an organisation for people involved in agriculture.
2
卡斯帕对欧洲农业状况发表了一番颇有见地的见解。
kǎ sī pà duì ōu zhōu nóng yè zhuàng kuàng fā biǎo le yī fān pō yǒu jiàn dì de jiàn jiě。
Kaspar had spoken know-ledgeably about the state of agriculture in Europe.
3
在别处，大片区域被抽干了水或铲平了地，以作为工业或集约化农业用地。
zài bié chǔ， ， dà piàn qū yù bèi chōu gān le shuǐ huò chǎn píng le， dì ， yǐ zuò wéi gōng yè huò jí yuē huà nóng yè。
Elsewhere large areas have been drained and levelled for industry or intensive farming.
4
S - 三氮朵苯农药对农业生产变得越来越重要.
S- S - sān dàn duǒ běn nóng yào duì nóng yè shēng chǎn biàn dé yuè lái yuè zhòng.
S - Triazine pesticides are rapidly becoming of increasing importance to agriculture.
5
下面我要谈的是关于农业问题.
xià miàn wǒ yào tán de shì guān yú nóng yè wèn tí.
The next I'd like to talk about is about agriculture.
6
这个州被划为农业州.
zhè gè zhōu bèi huá wéi nóng yè zhōu.
It is classed as an agricultural state.
Cultural Notes for 农业
🏮Cultural insight
In China, agriculture has a rich history, deeply integrated into cultural practices and festivals, such as the Mid-Autumn Festival, which celebrates the harvest. Understanding 农业 also involves recognizing its role in China’s rapid economic transformation and modernization.
Frequently Asked Questions about 农业
农业 refers to agriculture as a field or industry, while 农民 refers to farmers, the individuals who engage in farming.
Yes, 农业 is often used in formal discussions related to economic policy, environmental issues, and agricultural research.
You can say '农业是国家经济的重要组成部分' which means 'Agriculture is an important part of the national economy.'
