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March 24, 2026
心脏(心臟)xīnzàng(xin1zang4)
心脏 (xīn zàng) refers to the heart, both in a literal and figurative sense. It is commonly used in medical contexts and can also symbolize emotions or feelings. In everyday conversation, it may appear in discussions about health, love, or emotional states.
Frequency#1503DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the heart is often associated with emotions and sincerity. Phrases like '心脏健康' (healthy heart) are common, reflecting the cultural importance placed on both physical and emotional well-being.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big red heart (心) beating inside a box (脏) that protects it. The '心' looks like a heart, reminding you of its meaning, while '脏' suggests something that is contained or protected. Together, think of a heart safely inside a protective box.
Meanings of 心脏
xīnzàng(xin1zang4)
1heart
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About 心脏
心脏Simplified
心臟Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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颗Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 心脏
Quick Contrast
心 (xīn) vs 心灵 (xīn líng) — use 心 for the physical organ or basic concept of heart, while 心灵 refers to the mind or spirit.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big red heart (心) beating inside a box (脏) that protects it. The '心' looks like a heart, reminding you of its meaning, while '脏' suggests something that is contained or protected. Together, think of a heart safely inside a protective box.
Usage Notes
When using 心脏, be mindful of its formal connotation, especially in medical discussions. Common mistakes include confusing it with 心 (xīn), which means 'heart' in a more emotional or abstract sense. Remember to use the correct measure word: 一颗心脏 (yī kē xīn zàng).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 心脏 connects to other health-related vocabulary. Focus on understanding its usage in both medical terms and emotional contexts, as well as combining it with other words to form phrases like 心脏病 (heart disease).
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the heart is often associated with emotions and sincerity. Phrases like '心脏健康' (healthy heart) are common, reflecting the cultural importance placed on both physical and emotional well-being.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 心 instead of 心脏 when referring to the physical heart, leading to confusion. For example, saying '我有一个心' is incorrect; it should be '我有一个心脏'.
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Grammar Patterns of 心脏
心脏 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 3 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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弗兰克的身体已经被一场严重的____病拖垮了。
Frank had been struck down by a massive heart attack.
Example Sentences for 心脏 (10)
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弗兰克的身体已经被一场严重的心脏病拖垮了。
fú lán kè de shēn tǐ yǐ jīng bèi yī cháng yán zhòng de xīn zāng bìng tuō kuǎ le。
Frank had been struck down by a massive heart attack.
2
子弹在离安德烈亚的心脏不到一英寸的地方穿过。
zǐ dàn zài lí ān dé liè yà de xīn zāng bù dào yī yīng cùn de dì fāng chuān guò。
The bullet had passed less than an inch from Andrea's heart.
3
鲍勃死于由他的生活方式引起的心脏病突发。
bào bó sǐ yú yóu tā de shēng huó fāng shì yǐn qǐ de xīn zāng bìng tū fā。
Bob died of a heart attack, brought on by his lifestyle.
4
雪利的兄弟现在在瑞典做心脏外科高级顾问医师。
xuě lì de xiōng dì xiàn zài zài ruì diǎn zuò xīn zāng wài kē gāo jí gù wèn yī shī。
Shirley's brother is now a consultant heart surgeon in Sweden.
Prevention is better than cure, so start looking after your heart now.
6
与其他器官相比，人的心脏是不是很脆弱？
yǔ qí tā qì guān xiāng bǐ， ， rén de xīn zāng shì bù shì hěn cuì？
Is the human heart weak in comparison with the other organs?
7
不时检查那匹马的心脏和肺。
bù shí jiǎn chá nà pǐ mǎ de xīn zāng hé fèi。
Every so often the horse's heart and lungs are checked.
8
随着年龄的增加，人在消耗体力时心脏的输血能力和输血速度会有所减弱。
suí zháo nián líng de zēng jiā， ， rén zài xiāo hào tǐ lì shí xīn zāng de shū xiě néng lì hé shū xiě sù dù huì yǒu suǒ jiǎn。
Age diminishes the heart's ability to pump harder and faster under exertion.
9
医生说詹姆斯的心脏有杂音。
yī shēng shuō zhān mǔ sī de xīn zāng yǒu zá yīn。
The doctor said James had now deve-loped a heart murmur.
10
她患上严重的心脏病后安装了心脏起搏器。
tā huàn shàng yán zhòng de xīn zāng bìng hòu ān zhuāng le xīn zāng qǐ bó qì。
She was fitted with a pacemaker after suffering serious heart trouble.
Cultural Notes for 心脏
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the heart is often associated with emotions and sincerity. Phrases like '心脏健康' (healthy heart) are common, reflecting the cultural importance placed on both physical and emotional well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions about 心脏
心 refers to the heart in a more emotional or abstract sense, while 心脏 specifically denotes the physical organ.
You can say '我的心脏很健康' (My heart is very healthy) or '他有心脏病' (He has heart disease).
The correct measure word is 顆 (kē), so you would say '一颗心脏' (one heart).
