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免疫 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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免疫miǎnyìimmunity (to disease)HSK 6, v, rank #6899, Hard
miǎnyì(mian3yi4) T3
  1. 1immunity (to disease)
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March 24, 2026
免疫miǎnyì(mian3yi4)

免疫 (miǎn yì) refers to the body's ability to resist or fend off infections and diseases through its immune system. It is commonly used in medical and biological contexts to discuss health, vaccines, and disease prevention. The term conveys a sense of protection and resilience against various pathogens.

Frequency#6899DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese medicine, the concept of immunity is often linked to the balance of yin and yang within the body, reflecting a holistic approach to health that emphasizes prevention and harmony.

Memory Tip

Think of 免 (miǎn) as 'to escape' and 疫 (yì) as 'epidemic'. Imagine your immune system as a superhero that helps you escape the clutches of disease outbreaks, making you feel invincible against illnesses.

Meanings of 免疫

miǎnyì(mian3yi4)
1immunity (to disease)
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About 免疫

免疫Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#6899Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 免疫

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 免 (miǎn) as 'to escape' and 疫 (yì) as 'epidemic'. Imagine your immune system as a superhero that helps you escape the clutches of disease outbreaks, making you feel invincible against illnesses.

Usage Notes

This term is often used in formal contexts, especially in scientific and medical discussions. A common mistake is confusing it with 免除 (miǎn chú), which means 'to exempt'. Be mindful of using the correct tone when saying the term, as mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 免疫 connects with other health-related vocabulary and terms regarding the body and illnesses. Students should focus on understanding its application in discussions about health and the immune system as well as related phrases like 疫苗 (yì miáo) meaning 'vaccine'.

Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese medicine, the concept of immunity is often linked to the balance of yin and yang within the body, reflecting a holistic approach to health that emphasizes prevention and harmony.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 免疫 with 免除 (miǎn chú), meaning 'to exempt'. For instance, saying '我免疫这个问题' (I exempt this question) instead of '我免疫这个病毒' (I have immunity to this virus) is incorrect.

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Component Characters

免miǎnto excuse sb
HSK 67 strokes儿
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疫yìepidemic
HSK 59 strokes疒
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Grammar Patterns of 免疫

免疫 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. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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由于幼虫对药物有____力，因此必须经常喷药。

Because of the immunity of the immature insects, it'simportant to spray regularly.

Example Sentences for 免疫 (7)

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由于幼虫对药物有免疫力，因此必须经常喷药。

yóu yú yòu chóng duì yào wù yǒu miǎn yì lì， ， yīn cǐ bì xū jīng cháng pēn。

Because of the immunity of the immature insects, it'simportant to spray regularly.
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病人的免疫系统会对移植器官产生异质排斥反应。

bìng rén de miǎn yì xì tǒng huì duì yí zhí qì guān chǎn shēng yì zhì pái chì fǎn yīng。

The patient'simmune system would reject the transplanted organ as a foreign object.
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目的: 观察罗汉果甜甙对小鼠细胞免疫功能的调节作用.

mù de: : guān chá luó hàn guǒ tián dài duì xiǎo shǔ xì bāo miǎn yì gōng néng de tiáo jié zuò.

Objective : To investigate the cellular immunological effect of mogrosides in the mice.
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应用免疫组化法分别检测肝组织中细胞色素C和天冬氨酸特异性半胱氨酸蛋白酶-3 ( caspase -3 ) 的表达.

yīng yòng miǎn yì zǔ huà fǎ fēn bié jiǎn cè gān zǔ zhī zhōng xì bāo sè sùC C hé tiān dōng ān suān tè yì xìng bàn guāng ān suān dàn bái-3(caspase-3) méi -3 ( caspase -3 ) de.

Cytochrome C ( CYC ) and caspase - 3 in liver tissues were determined by immuno ( histochemistry. )
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辣根过氧化物酶(HRP ) 在酶免疫分析中得到广泛应用.

là gēn guò yǎng huà wù méi(HRP) (HRP ) zài méi miǎn yì fēn xī zhōng dé dào guǎng fàn yīng.

HRP has been widely used in enzyme immunoassay ( EIA ).
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肺本身就具有局部免疫反应系统.

fèi běn shēn jiù jù yǒu jú bù miǎn yì fǎn yīng xì tǒng.

The lung possesses its own local immune responsive system.
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未经免疫的接触者, 尤其是婴儿, 应接受2～4毫升高度免疫性的丙种球蛋白肌肉注射.

wèi jīng miǎn yì de jiē chù zhě, , yóu qí shì yīng, ér , yīng2～4 jiē shòu 2～4 háo shēng gāo dù miǎn yì xìng de bǐng zhǒng qiú dàn bái jī.

Unimmunized contacts, especially infants, should receive 2 to 4 ml. of hyperimmue gamma globulin intramuscularly.

Cultural Notes for 免疫

🏮Cultural insight

In traditional Chinese medicine, the concept of immunity is often linked to the balance of yin and yang within the body, reflecting a holistic approach to health that emphasizes prevention and harmony.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

In Western cultures, immunity is often viewed through a biomedical lens, focusing on vaccines and medical interventions, whereas Chinese culture may emphasize holistic practices and natural balance.

Frequently Asked Questions about 免疫

You can say: '这个疫苗可以增强我们的免疫力' (This vaccine can enhance our immunity).