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March 24, 2026
血压(血壓)xuèyā(xue4ya1)
血压 (xue4 ya1) refers to the pressure exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels. It is commonly used in medical contexts to monitor health, especially for conditions like hypertension or hypotension. Understanding this term is essential for discussing health issues related to cardiovascular health.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, health checks, including blood pressure monitoring, are often emphasized, especially among older adults. Traditional practices may also involve dietary considerations to manage blood pressure, reflecting a holistic approach to health.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big red balloon (血, xue) filled with blood, and as you squeeze it, the pressure inside increases (压, ya). The pressure in the balloon represents blood pressure, while the act of squeezing illustrates the concept of ‘pressure’ in a memorable way.
Meanings of 血压
xuèyā(xue4ya1)
1blood pressure
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About 血压
血压Simplified
血壓Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4829Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 血压
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big red balloon (血, xue) filled with blood, and as you squeeze it, the pressure inside increases (压, ya). The pressure in the balloon represents blood pressure, while the act of squeezing illustrates the concept of ‘pressure’ in a memorable way.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 血压, as the fourth tone on 血 and the first tone on 压 are essential for clarity. This term is used in both formal medical discussions and informal health conversations, so understanding its context is key. Common collocations include '测量血压' (to measure blood pressure) and '高血压' (high blood pressure).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 血压 connects with other health-related vocabulary like 健康 (health) and 疾病 (disease). Focus on learning additional terms related to medical conditions and treatments to enhance your understanding of conversations in healthcare settings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, health checks, including blood pressure monitoring, are often emphasized, especially among older adults. Traditional practices may also involve dietary considerations to manage blood pressure, reflecting a holistic approach to health.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse the tones, saying 'xue1 ya1' instead of 'xue4 ya1', which changes the meaning entirely. Additionally, they might forget to use 血压 in its proper context, such as stating '我有血压' instead of '我有高血压'.
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Grammar Patterns of 血压
血压 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Complete the Sentence
他们给我量了脉搏、____，还给我的下颌拍了X光片。
They took my pulse, took my blood pressure, and X-rayed my jaw.
Example Sentences for 血压 (8)
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他们给我量了脉搏、血压，还给我的下颌拍了X光片。
tā mén gěi wǒ liáng le mài bó、 、 xiě， yā ， huán gěi wǒ de xià héX pāi le。
They took my pulse, took my blood pressure, and X-rayed my jaw.
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他被实时监测，定时量血压。
tā bèi shí shí jiān cè， ， dìng shí liáng xiě。
He is being constantly monitored with regular checks on his blood pressure.
Yuxian pepper on blood pressure, increase appetite, cold, fishy solution itching and so helpful.
Cultural Notes for 血压
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, health checks, including blood pressure monitoring, are often emphasized, especially among older adults. Traditional practices may also involve dietary considerations to manage blood pressure, reflecting a holistic approach to health.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
While blood pressure monitoring is universal, the methods and frequency of checks can differ; for instance, in Western cultures, there may be more reliance on at-home monitoring devices compared to regular check-ups in China.
Frequently Asked Questions about 血压
'High blood pressure' is 高血压 (gao1 xue4 ya1).
血压 is commonly measured using a sphygmomanometer, often referred to as a blood pressure cuff.
While primarily used in medical contexts, 血压 can also come up in everyday discussions about health.
