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毒品 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
毒品dúpǐndrugsHSK 7, n, rank #1178, Hard
毒品dúpǐnnarcoticsHSK 7, n, rank #1178, Hard
毒品dúpǐnpoisonHSK 7, n, rank #1178, Hard
dúpǐn(du2pin3) T2
  1. 1drugs
  2. 2narcotics
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March 24, 2026
毒品dúpǐn(du2pin3)

毒品 (dú pǐn) refers to drugs or narcotics that are typically illegal and harmful to health. It encompasses a range of substances that can cause addiction and have severe physical or psychological effects. In a broader sense, it can also refer to any poisonous substances.

Frequency#1178DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China, there is a strong governmental stance against drug use, with severe penalties for possession and trafficking. This reflects broader societal concerns about public health and safety, making the discussion of 毒品 a significant topic in both media and education.

Memory Tip

Think of 毒 (dú), which means 'poison,' and 品 (pǐn), which can be connected to 'products.' Imagine a dangerous product, like a 'poisonous drug,' to remember that 毒品 signifies harmful substances. Visualize a warning sign at a pharmacy, indicating that certain products are toxic.

Meanings of 毒品

dúpǐn(du2pin3)
1drugs
2narcotics
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About 毒品

毒品Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1178Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 毒品

Quick Contrast

毒物 (dúwù) refers to poisonous substances in general, while 毒品 (dúpǐn) specifically denotes illegal drugs or narcotics.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 毒 (dú), which means 'poison,' and 品 (pǐn), which can be connected to 'products.' Imagine a dangerous product, like a 'poisonous drug,' to remember that 毒品 signifies harmful substances. Visualize a warning sign at a pharmacy, indicating that certain products are toxic.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the context when using 毒品, as it carries strong negative connotations and is often used in serious discussions about drug abuse and crime. Common phrases include 毒品交易 (drug trafficking) and 毒品滥用 (drug abuse). Avoid using it in a light-hearted context.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 毒品 connects to other vocabulary related to health, crime, and social issues. Students should focus on its collocations and the implications of its usage in societal discussions, particularly in media and academic contexts.

Cultural Note

In China, there is a strong governmental stance against drug use, with severe penalties for possession and trafficking. This reflects broader societal concerns about public health and safety, making the discussion of 毒品 a significant topic in both media and education.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is using 毒品 in a casual context, such as saying '我喜欢毒品' (I like drugs), which is inappropriate. Instead, focus on its serious implications and use it in discussions about health or crime.

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Component Characters

毒dúpoison
HSK 69 strokes母
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品pǐnarticle
HSK 59 strokes口
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Grammar Patterns of 毒品

毒品 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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佛罗里达州坦帕市法庭判决5名官员的____交易罪名成立。

A court at Tampa, Florida has convicted five officials on drugs charges.

Example Sentences for 毒品 (10)

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佛罗里达州坦帕市法庭判决5名官员的毒品交易罪名成立。

fó luó lǐ dá zhōu tǎn pà shì fǎ tíng pàn jué5 5 míng guān yuán de dú pǐn jiāo yì zuì míng chéng。

A court at Tampa, Florida has convicted five officials on drugs charges.
2
他将因毒品交易的指控受到军法审判。

tā jiāng yīn dú pǐn jiāo yì de zhǐ kòng shòu dào jūn fǎ shěn pàn。

He is due to face a court-martial on drugs charges.
3
他在受着毒品毒副作用影响的同时还出现了休克。

tā zài shòu zháo dú pǐn dú fù zuò yòng yǐng xiǎng de tóng shí huán chū xiàn le xiū kè。

He was suffering from shock as well as the after-effects of drugs.
4
边境上所有的东西都有定价，毒品、柚木和走私品无一例外。

biān jìng shàng suǒ yǒu de dōng xī dū yǒu dìng jià， ， dú、 pǐn 、 yòu mù hé zǒu sī pǐn wú yī。

Everything along the border has its price: drugs, teak, smuggled goods.
5
他儿子是个吸毒者，这孩子一年前吸食了过量毒品。

tā ér zǐ shì gè xī dú zhě， ， zhè hái zǐ yī nián qián xī shí le guò liáng dú。

His son was a junkie, the kid OD'd a year ago.
6
强效纯可卡因是市面上最容易让人上瘾的毒品。

qiáng xiào chún kě kǎ yīn shì shì miàn shàng zuì róng yì ràng rén shàng yǐn de dú pǐn。

Crack is the most addictive drug on the market.
7
他称毒品是这个时代最大的祸害。

tā chēng dú pǐn shì zhè gè shí dài zuì dà de huò hài。

He described drugs as the greatest calamity of the age.
8
一名男子问他们想不想买些毒品。

yī míng nán zǐ wèn tā mén xiǎng bù xiǎng mǎi xiē dú pǐn。

A man asked them if they wanted to buy some dope.
9
根据希腊严厉的反毒品法律，他们将面临20年监禁。

gēn jù xī là yán lì de fǎn dú pǐn fǎ lǜ， ， tā mén jiāng miàn20 lín 20 nián。

Under Greece's stiff anti-drugs laws they could face twenty years in jail.
10
年轻人正在形成毒品有好坏之分的观念。

nián qīng rén zhèng zài xíng chéng dú pǐn yǒu hǎo huài zhī fēn de guān niàn。

Young people are picking up ideas about good drugs and bad drugs.

Cultural Notes for 毒品

🏮Cultural insight

In China, there is a strong governmental stance against drug use, with severe penalties for possession and trafficking. This reflects broader societal concerns about public health and safety, making the discussion of 毒品 a significant topic in both media and education.

Frequently Asked Questions about 毒品

Yes, 毒品 primarily refers to illegal drugs that have harmful effects, though it can technically include any poisonous substance.