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B1 verb #6,000 الأكثر شيوعاً 9 دقيقة للقراءة

哺乳

bǔrǔ الأكثر شيوعاً #6,000

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح 哺乳 في 30 ثانية

الشرح 哺乳 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use '哺乳' (bǔrǔ) often. It is a big, formal word. Instead, you usually learn '喂奶' (wèinǎi), which means 'to feed milk.' At this stage, just try to remember that '乳' (rǔ) means milk. You might see the word '哺乳动物' (bǔrǔ dòngwù) in a picture book about animals like cats, dogs, or elephants. Just know that this word is about mothers feeding their babies. It is very formal, like a science word. If you see a sign in a mall with a picture of a baby and a bottle or a breast, it might say '哺乳室' (nursing room). This is a good place to start recognizing the characters!

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the A2 level, you are starting to learn more specific words. '哺乳' (bǔrǔ) is the formal way to say 'to breastfeed.' You will mostly see it in science contexts or on signs. For example, when you go to a zoo, the signs might say '哺乳动物' (mammals). You should know that '哺' means 'to feed' and '乳' means 'milk.' If you are traveling in China, you might see '哺乳室' in public places. You don't need to use it in daily conversation with friends yet—stick to '喂奶' for that—but you should be able to recognize it when you read it on a sign or in a simple text about nature.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the B1 level, you should be able to use '哺乳' (bǔrǔ) in appropriate contexts. This is a formal word used in medical, legal, and scientific situations. You should know that '哺乳期' (bǔrǔ qī) refers to the lactation period, which is important when discussing work rights or health. You should be able to explain that a whale is a '哺乳动物' (mammal) even though it lives in the water. You will use this word when reading news articles about parenting or health. It is important to distinguish '哺乳' from '喂奶'—one is professional, the other is for home. You are now expected to understand the biological and social importance of this term.

At the B2 level, you should be comfortable using '哺乳' (bǔrǔ) in discussions about social issues, healthcare, and biology. You can talk about '哺乳假' (lactation leave) and the rights of working mothers. You should be able to use the word in a formal essay or a presentation. You will also notice it in more complex scientific texts describing the evolution of species. At this level, you can also distinguish '哺乳' from similar words like '哺育' (to nurture). You understand that '哺乳' is strictly about the physical act of nursing, while '哺育' can be metaphorical. Your vocabulary is now nuanced enough to choose the formal term to sound more professional.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C1 level, you have a deep understanding of '哺乳' (bǔrǔ) and its nuances. You can use it fluently in academic discussions about mammalian biology or sociology. You might encounter it in classical literature or high-level journalism where it is used with precision. You understand the historical context of breastfeeding in China and can discuss topics like '奶妈' (wet nurses) versus modern '哺乳' practices. You can also recognize when the word is used in a slightly elevated or poetic style. Your command of the word includes all its compound forms and you can use them without hesitation in any formal setting, from a medical consultation to a legal debate.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C2 level, '哺乳' (bǔrǔ) is just one of many tools in your sophisticated vocabulary. You can use it with total precision, understanding its biological, legal, and metaphorical implications. You might explore the etymology of the characters in depth or use the word in complex literary analysis. You can discuss the global politics of '哺乳'—such as the influence of formula companies versus the promotion of breastfeeding—using this word and its related terms. At this level, you can also appreciate the subtle differences in tone when an author chooses '哺乳' over '喂奶' to create a specific atmosphere or to signal a specific register. You are essentially at a native level of understanding.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح

哺乳 في 30 ثانية

A formal verb meaning to breastfeed or nurse offspring.
Commonly used in medical, scientific, and legal contexts.
Forms the basis of '哺乳动物' (mammals) and '哺乳期' (lactation period).
More formal than the everyday term '喂奶' (wèinǎi).

The Chinese term 哺乳 (bǔrǔ) is a formal and biologically accurate verb that primarily translates to "to breastfeed" or "to suckle." At its core, it describes the act of a female mammal providing milk to her offspring from mammary glands. While in everyday conversation people might use the more colloquial 喂奶 (wèinǎi), 哺乳 carries a more professional, medical, or scientific tone. It is the term you will encounter in medical literature, parenting books, and legal documents regarding maternity rights. Understanding this word requires looking at its components: 哺 (bǔ), which means to feed or to chew food for the young, and 乳 (rǔ), which refers to breasts or milk. Together, they create a precise term for the biological process of lactation and nursing.

Biological Context: In biology, this word is used to define the entire class of mammals, known as 哺乳动物 (bǔrǔ dòngwù). This classification highlights that the act of nursing is the defining characteristic of these animals, from the smallest mouse to the largest blue whale.
Societal and Medical Context: In modern Chinese society, 哺乳 is used when discussing public health initiatives, such as the promotion of breastfeeding (母乳喂养) or the installation of nursing rooms (哺乳室) in public spaces like shopping malls and airports.

医生建议母亲在婴儿出生的前六个月内进行纯母乳哺乳。(The doctor recommends that mothers practice exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months after the baby is born.)

When using this word, it is important to note its formality. You wouldn't typically use it when talking to a close friend about feeding their baby in a casual setting; in that case, 喂奶 is much more natural. However, if you are filling out a form at a hospital, reading a scientific article about animal behavior, or discussing workplace policies regarding nursing breaks, 哺乳 is the mandatory choice. It implies a level of seriousness and respect for the biological process. Furthermore, the term 哺乳期 (bǔrǔ qī) refers to the lactation period, a crucial concept in employment law and health management, often granting women specific rights and protections in the workplace.

The usage of 哺乳 also extends into the realm of conservation and zoology. For instance, when researchers describe the maternal behavior of pandas or dolphins, they will use 哺乳行为 (bǔrǔ xíngwéi) to describe nursing. This highlights how the word bridges the gap between human healthcare and the broader natural world, emphasizing the shared biological heritage of all mammals. In recent years, the visibility of 哺乳 in public discourse has increased as China strives to create more "baby-friendly" environments, making this B1-level word essential for anyone navigating modern Chinese social or professional life.

Using 哺乳 correctly involves understanding its role as a formal verb and its place within specific noun phrases. Because it is a formal term, it often appears in written Chinese or structured spoken environments. It is most commonly used in the structure [Subject] + [正在/进行] + 哺乳, or as a modifier for other nouns to create compound terms. Let's explore the various grammatical structures and contexts where this word flourishes.

As a Direct Verb: While it can stand alone, it is frequently paired with 进行 (jìnxíng - to carry out) to sound more formal. Example: "母猫正在给小猫哺乳" (The mother cat is nursing the kittens).
As a Noun Modifier: It often modifies nouns to describe periods, rooms, or types of animals. The most common is 哺乳动物 (bǔrǔ dòngwù), meaning mammals. Another is 哺乳假 (bǔrǔ jià), referring to lactation leave.

法律规定，公司必须为哺乳期的女职工提供每天一小时的哺乳时间。(The law stipulates that companies must provide one hour of breastfeeding time per day for female employees during the lactation period.)

When constructing sentences, pay attention to the object. Unlike the English "to breastfeed [someone]," in Chinese, 哺乳 is often used intransitively or with the preposition 给 (gěi - to/for). For example, "给婴儿哺乳" (to breastfeed the baby). This structure emphasizes the direction of the care. In a scientific context, you might see it used to describe species characteristics: "鲸鱼虽然生活在海洋中，但它们是哺乳动物" (Although whales live in the ocean, they are mammals).

Furthermore, 哺乳 is often contrasted with 人工喂养 (réngōng wèiyǎng - formula feeding/artificial feeding). In discussions about infant nutrition, you will see sentences like: "研究表明，哺乳比人工喂养更能增强婴儿的免疫力" (Research shows that breastfeeding enhances an infant's immunity more than artificial feeding). By using 哺乳, the speaker signals that they are discussing the topic from a health or developmental perspective rather than just a daily chore. In literature or high-level journalism, 哺乳 can even be used metaphorically to describe the earth or nature 'nurturing' humanity, though this is less common than the literal biological usage.

You are likely to encounter the word 哺乳 (bǔrǔ) in several distinct environments, each requiring a certain level of linguistic formality. Because it is the standard term for a biological function, its presence is a sign of professional or educational discourse. If you are living in China or a Chinese-speaking region, you will see and hear this word in the following key areas.

Public Infrastructure: In large shopping malls, airports, and train stations, look for signs that say 哺乳室 (bǔrǔ shì). These are nursing rooms or lactation rooms. Hearing an announcement about these facilities or asking staff for their location will involve this word.
Healthcare and Hospitals: During prenatal or postnatal checkups, doctors and nurses will use 哺乳. They might ask, "你在哺乳期吗？" (Are you in the lactation period?) to ensure they don't prescribe medication that could affect the milk.

在自然博物馆里，解说员向孩子们解释说：“所有的哺乳动物都是温血动物。” (In the natural history museum, the guide explained to the children: "All mammals are warm-blooded animals.")

Television documentaries, particularly those from CCTV-9 (the documentary channel) or translated National Geographic programs, are another prime source for hearing 哺乳. When the narrator describes a lioness feeding her cubs or a mother elephant caring for her calf, they will almost exclusively use 哺乳 to maintain a scientific and educational tone. Similarly, news reports on maternity leave policies or gender equality in the workplace will frequently mention 哺乳期 rights, making it a staple of current affairs vocabulary.

Finally, you will encounter 哺乳 in educational settings. From primary school biology lessons to university-level medical courses, it is the fundamental term used to describe the reproductive and nurturing cycle of mammalian life. Even in literature, when an author wants to evoke the primal, nurturing bond between mother and child in a more elevated way than common speech allows, they might select 哺乳. It suggests a connection that is both biological and profound, transcending the mere act of 'feeding' to touch upon the essence of life itself.

Learning to use 哺乳 (bǔrǔ) correctly requires navigating the fine line between formal and informal Chinese. Because English often uses the word "breastfeed" in both medical and casual contexts, English speakers frequently make the mistake of overusing 哺乳 or using it in the wrong social setting. Here are the most common pitfalls to avoid.

Confusing it with 喂奶 (Wèinǎi): This is the most frequent error. 喂奶 is the everyday term. If you tell a friend, "我要去哺乳我的宝宝" (I'm going to breastfeed my baby), it sounds like you are a scientist observing your own life. Use 喂奶 for casual conversation.
Incorrect Object Placement: Beginners often try to say 哺乳宝宝. While grammatically possible, it is much more natural to say 给宝宝哺乳 (giving the baby breastfeeding) or better yet, use the noun form 母乳喂养 (maternal milk feeding).

❌ 错误：这只狗正在哺乳饼干。(This dog is breastfeeding biscuits.)
✅ 正确：这只狗正在吃饼干。(This dog is eating biscuits.)

Another mistake is confusing 哺乳 with 哺育 (bǔyù). While they look similar, 哺育 has a much broader meaning. It means to nurture, raise, or foster. You can say the "Yellow River 哺育 the Chinese nation," but you would never say the "Yellow River 哺乳 the nation," as the latter implies the literal biological act of providing breast milk. 哺乳 is strictly biological; 哺育 is often metaphorical or general.

Lastly, be careful with the pronunciation of 哺 (bǔ). It is a third tone. Sometimes learners confuse it with 铺 (pū) or 捕 (bǔ). While 捕 (to catch) has the same tone and sound, the context usually prevents confusion, but in writing, the radicals are different (mouth radical 口 for 哺 vs. hand radical 扌 for 捕). Always remember that 哺乳 is about the mouth and the breast, so the characters will reflect those biological parts.

In Chinese, several words describe the act of feeding or raising young. Choosing the right one depends on the species, the method of feeding, and the level of formality. 哺乳 (bǔrǔ) is unique in its biological specificity, but understanding its synonyms and near-synonyms will help you sound more like a native speaker.

喂奶 (Wèinǎi): The most common informal alternative. It can refer to both breastfeeding and bottle-feeding. If you are talking about a baby's daily routine, this is the word to use.
哺育 (Bǔyù): A more poetic and broader term. It means to nurture or foster. It can be used for parents raising children, or metaphorically for a land nurturing its people. It encompasses feeding but also emotional care and growth.
喂养 (Wèiyǎng): This term is often used for raising animals or the general act of providing food for growth. It is less about the biological act of nursing and more about the responsibility of providing nutrition.

Comparison:
1. 她正在哺乳。(Formal/Biological: She is breastfeeding.)
2. 她正在喂奶。(Informal: She is feeding the baby milk.)
3. 大地哺育了万物。(Poetic: The earth nurtures all things.)

When should you choose 哺乳 over others? Choose it when you are being precise. If you are a biologist, a doctor, or a lawyer, 哺乳 is your word. If you are a mother at home, 喂奶 is your word. If you are a poet describing the nurturing power of nature, 哺育 is your word. Another term you might encounter is 母乳喂养 (mǔrǔ wèiyǎng), which literally means "maternal milk feeding." This is the standard term used in health campaigns and is slightly more common than the verb 哺乳 when talking about the *practice* of breastfeeding rather than the *act* itself.

In summary, while 哺乳 is a B1 word, its proper usage demonstrates a high level of cultural and situational awareness. By distinguishing it from its synonyms, you can navigate medical, social, and scientific conversations in Chinese with confidence. Whether you are identifying a 哺乳动物 at the zoo or reading about 哺乳期 rights in a contract, you now have the tools to understand the nuance and weight of this essential term.

How Formal Is It?

حقيقة ممتعة

The character '乳' is over 3,000 years old and can be found on oracle bones. It has always represented the act of nursing or the breast itself.

دليل النطق

UK /bǔ ʐǔ/

US /bǔ ʐǔ/

The stress is equal on both syllables, but the tone sandhi (change) makes the first syllable sound like a rising tone.

يتقافى مع

补 (bǔ) 土 (tǔ) 乳 (rǔ) 五 (wǔ) 古 (gǔ) 虎 (hǔ) 母 (mǔ) 舞 (wǔ)

أخطاء شائعة

Pronouncing 'bǔ' as 'pǔ' (unaspirated vs aspirated).
Pronouncing 'rǔ' as 'lǔ' (common in some southern dialects).
Forgetting the tone sandhi change.

مستوى الصعوبة

القراءة 3/5

The characters are slightly complex but common in public signs.

الكتابة 4/5

'哺' and '乳' have many strokes and require practice.

التحدث 3/5

Tone sandhi (3-3 to 2-3) is important for natural flow.

الاستماع 2/5

Clearly pronounced and usually appears in predictable contexts.

ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك

المتطلبات الأساسية

牛奶 (Milk) 喂 (To feed) 动物 (Animal) 母亲 (Mother) 房间 (Room)

تعلّم لاحقاً

哺育 (To nurture) 抚养 (To foster) 生育 (To give birth) 进化 (Evolution) 生理 (Physiology)

متقدم

催乳素 (Prolactin) 乳腺癌 (Breast cancer) 有袋类 (Marsupials) 单孔目 (Monotremes) 胎盘 (Placenta)

قواعد يجب معرفتها

Tone Sandhi (3-3 to 2-3)

哺乳 (bǔ rǔ) becomes (bú rǔ).

Using '给' (gěi) for direction

给婴儿哺乳 (To breastfeed the baby).

Noun modification with '的'

哺乳室的标志 (The sign of the nursing room).

Compound nouns without '的'

哺乳动物 (Mammal), not 哺乳的动物.

Time duration with '期'

在哺乳期 (During the lactation period).

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

أمثلة حسب المستوى

母猫在给小猫喂奶。

The mother cat is feeding the kittens milk.

Uses '喂奶' instead of '哺乳' for A1 simplicity.

这里是哺乳室。

Here is the nursing room.

Simple 'Subject + is + Noun' structure.

小狗要吃奶。

The puppy wants to drink milk.

'吃奶' is the most basic way to describe nursing.

那是哺乳动物吗？

Is that a mammal?

Introducing the compound noun '哺乳动物'.

她正在喂奶。

She is feeding (the baby) milk.

Focuses on the action.

猫是哺乳动物。

Cats are mammals.

Simple classification.

婴儿在吃奶。

The baby is nursing.

Basic noun + verb.

我们要找哺乳室。

We are looking for the nursing room.

'找' (to look for) + noun.

大象是哺乳动物。

Elephants are mammals.

Using '哺乳动物' as a standard classification.

这个哺乳室非常干净。

This nursing room is very clean.

Adjective describing the noun.

母亲正在给婴儿哺乳。

The mother is breastfeeding the baby.

More formal '给...哺乳' structure.

所有的哺乳动物都有毛发。

All mammals have hair.

Quantifier '所有的' (all).

她在哺乳期间要注意饮食。

She needs to watch her diet during the breastfeeding period.

'期间' (during/period) used with '哺乳'.

医院里有专门的哺乳区。

There is a dedicated breastfeeding area in the hospital.

'专门的' (specialized) modifying the area.

哺乳对婴儿的健康很好。

Breastfeeding is very good for a baby's health.

'对...很好' (good for...) structure.

很多动物通过哺乳来养育后代。

Many animals raise their offspring through nursing.

'通过...来...' (through... to...)

医生建议坚持母乳哺乳。

The doctor suggests persisting with breastfeeding.

'建议' (suggest) followed by a formal phrase.

哺乳期女性享有特殊的法律保护。

Women in the lactation period enjoy special legal protections.

'享有' (to enjoy/possess) + '法律保护'.

公共场所应该建设更多的哺乳室。

Public places should build more nursing rooms.

'应该' (should) + '建设' (build).

鲸鱼是世界上最大的哺乳动物。

Whales are the largest mammals in the world.

Superlative '最大的'.

她因为哺乳假而暂时离开了工作岗位。

She temporarily left her post because of lactation leave.

'因为...而...' (because... therefore...)

哺乳行为在进化中具有重要意义。

Nursing behavior has significant importance in evolution.

'具有...意义' (has... significance).

在这个阶段，哺乳是婴儿唯一的营养来源。

At this stage, breastfeeding is the baby's only source of nutrition.

'唯一的' (the only) + '营养来源'.

为了方便哺乳，她穿了一件特殊的衣服。

To facilitate breastfeeding, she wore a special piece of clothing.

'为了' (in order to) + '方便' (facilitate).

哺乳室的普及体现了城市的文明程度。

The popularization of nursing rooms reflects the degree of civilization of a city.

'体现' (reflects) + '文明程度'.

母乳中的抗体是哺乳过程中传递给婴儿的。

Antibodies in breast milk are passed to the baby during the nursing process.

'过程中' (in the process of).

职场女性在哺乳期面临着多重挑战。

Career women face multiple challenges during the lactation period.

'面临' (to face) + '挑战'.

自然界中，有些哺乳动物的哺乳期非常短。

In nature, some mammals have very short lactation periods.

'有些' (some) + '哺乳期'.

社会应当消除对公共场合哺乳的歧视。

Society should eliminate discrimination against breastfeeding in public places.

'消除' (eliminate) + '歧视' (discrimination).

研究人员正在观察这种稀有动物的哺乳习性。

Researchers are observing the nursing habits of this rare animal.

'观察' (observe) + '习性' (habits).

哺乳不仅是营养供给，更是情感交流。

Nursing is not only nutrition supply but also emotional exchange.

'不仅是...更是...' (not only... but even more...)

政府出台了关于完善哺乳设施的新政策。

The government issued a new policy on improving breastfeeding facilities.

'出台' (to issue/release) + '政策'.

哺乳动物门是脊椎动物亚门中最高等的一纲。

Mammalia is the highest class in the subphylum Vertebrata.

Highly technical biological terminology.

在古代，富贵人家往往聘请奶妈进行哺乳。

In ancient times, wealthy families often hired wet nurses for breastfeeding.

Historical and formal context.

该研究探讨了哺乳频率与婴儿睡眠模式的相关性。

The study explored the correlation between breastfeeding frequency and infant sleep patterns.

'探讨' (explore/discuss) + '相关性' (correlation).

哺乳期的生理变化对女性的心理健康有深远影响。

Physiological changes during the lactation period have a profound impact on women's mental health.

'生理变化' (physiological changes) + '深远影响'.

法律严禁在哺乳期内随意辞退女性员工。

The law strictly prohibits the arbitrary dismissal of female employees during the lactation period.

'严禁' (strictly prohibit) + '辞退' (dismiss).

哺乳室的设计应当兼顾私密性与便捷性。

The design of nursing rooms should balance privacy and convenience.

'兼顾' (to give consideration to both).

有些有袋类动物的哺乳方式与胎盘类动物截然不同。

The nursing methods of some marsupials are completely different from those of placental animals.

Technical comparison.

这篇文章对当代哺乳观念的演变进行了深刻剖析。

This article provides a profound analysis of the evolution of contemporary breastfeeding concepts.

'进行...剖析' (to carry out an analysis).

哺乳这一生物学行为，在人类文明中被赋予了多重文化内涵。

The biological act of nursing has been endowed with multiple cultural connotations in human civilization.

'被赋予' (to be endowed with) + '文化内涵'.

通过对哺乳动物化石的研究，科学家们还原了早期的进化历程。

Through the study of mammalian fossils, scientists have reconstructed the early evolutionary process.

'还原' (to reconstruct/restore).

该法令旨在规范公共场所以及办公环境内的哺乳保障措施。

The decree aims to standardize breastfeeding protection measures in public places and office environments.

'旨在' (aims to) + '规范' (standardize).

哺乳过程中的催产素分泌有助于缓解产后压力。

The secretion of oxytocin during the nursing process helps alleviate postpartum stress.

Technical biochemical terminology.

在全球化背景下，哺乳权的倡导已成为女性权益运动的重要组成部分。

In the context of globalization, the advocacy for breastfeeding rights has become an important part of the women's rights movement.

'在全球化背景下' (in the context of globalization).

作者以哺乳为隐喻，探讨了自然母亲与人类文明之间的张力。

The author uses nursing as a metaphor to explore the tension between Mother Nature and human civilization.

'以...为隐喻' (using... as a metaphor).

哺乳期的营养代谢研究对于提高人口素质具有战略意义。

Research on nutritional metabolism during the lactation period is of strategic significance for improving the quality of the population.

'战略意义' (strategic significance).

即便在高度工业化的社会，哺乳依然是维系母婴纽带的最基本形式。

Even in a highly industrialized society, nursing remains the most fundamental form of maintaining the mother-infant bond.

'即便...依然...' (even if... still...)

تلازمات شائعة

哺乳动物

哺乳期

哺乳室

哺乳假

进行哺乳

哺乳行为

哺乳次数

哺乳时间

哺乳设施

纯母乳哺乳

العبارات الشائعة

哺乳期女性

— Women who are currently in the stage of breastfeeding.

哺乳期女性需要补充营养。

哺乳纲

— The biological class of Mammalia.

哺乳纲包括很多种动物。

哺乳室标识

— The sign or icon indicating a nursing room.

请留意哺乳室标识。

哺乳困难

— Difficulties encountered during breastfeeding.

如果遇到哺乳困难，请咨询医生。

哺乳姿势

— The physical position used while breastfeeding.

正确的哺乳姿势很重要。

哺乳频率

— How often a baby or young animal is nursed.

新生儿的哺乳频率很高。

哺乳高峰

— The peak period of lactation.

产后几个月是哺乳高峰。

哺乳服

— Special clothing designed for breastfeeding.

她买了几件新款哺乳服。

哺乳垫

— Nursing pads used to absorb leaking milk.

哺乳垫是产后必备品。

哺乳权

— The legal or social right to breastfeed.

维护女性在公共场合的哺乳权。

يُخلط عادةً مع

哺乳 vs 哺育 (bǔyù)

Bǔyù is broader and means to nurture or raise, often used metaphorically for a land or culture.

哺乳 vs 喂养 (wèiyǎng)

Wèiyǎng is general feeding, used for pets or children, and doesn't imply breastfeeding specifically.

哺乳 vs 喂奶 (wèinǎi)

Wèinǎi is the informal, everyday version of 哺乳.

تعبيرات اصطلاحية

"哺红哺绿"

— A poetic way to describe the beauty of spring flowers (not literal nursing).

园中哺红哺绿，春意盎然。

Literary

"嗷嗷待哺"

— Describing young ones crying out piteously for food; often used for people in famine.

灾区有成千上万嗷嗷待哺的儿童。

Formal

"乌鸟私情，愿乞终养"

— Refers to the 'crow's duty' of feeding its parents, symbolizing filial piety.

他以此表达乌鸟私情。

Literary

"反哺之情"

— The sentiment of children supporting their parents in return for being raised.

我们要有反哺之情，孝敬父母。

Formal

"吐哺握发"

— Describing a leader who is very eager to recruit talented people (from Zhou Gong).

他求贤若渴，有吐哺握发之风。

Literary

"乳臭未干"

— Literally 'the smell of milk is not yet dry'; used to describe someone young and inexperienced.

他还是个乳臭未干的小子。

Informal/Derogative

"推燥居湿"

— Describes the hardships mothers face in raising children (moving the child to dry spots).

感念母亲推燥居湿之恩。

Literary

"断乳之痛"

— The pain or difficulty of weaning (often metaphorical).

企业转型经历了断乳之痛。

Metaphorical

"乳燕归巢"

— Like a young swallow returning to the nest; safe return.

游子归家，如乳燕归巢。

Poetic

"孤犊触乳"

— A lone calf bumping the udder; meaning a child who is overly attached or spoiled.

他虽然成年，却仍像孤犊触乳。

Literary

سهل الخلط

哺乳 vs 哺育

Both start with '哺' and relate to feeding.

哺乳 is strictly biological (milk), while 哺育 includes raising, protecting, and nurturing (metaphorical).

大地哺育了我们。

哺乳 vs 喂奶

They mean the same thing in a human context.

喂奶 is spoken/informal; 哺乳 is written/formal/biological.

她在给孩子喂奶。

哺乳 vs 乳房

Contains the character '乳'.

乳房 is the noun for 'breast' (anatomy); 哺乳 is the verb for the act of nursing.

乳房健康很重要。

哺乳 vs 捕

Sounds exactly like '哺' (bǔ).

捕 means to catch (e.g., 捕鱼 - catch fish). It has a hand radical.

警察在捕人。

哺乳 vs 铺

Looks similar to '哺'.

铺 (pū) means to spread or a shop (pù).

铺床 (make the bed).

أنماط الجُمل

这是 [Noun].

这是哺乳室。

[Subject] 是 [Noun].

狗是哺乳动物。

[Subject] 正在 [Verb].

母猫正在哺乳。

在 [Noun] 期间...

在哺乳期间要注意健康。

[Subject] 享有 [Noun] 的权利。

女性享有在公共场合哺乳的权利。

为了 [Purpose], [Action].

为了方便哺乳，商场设置了专区。

[Subject] 具有 [Adjective] 的 [Noun].

哺乳行为具有重要的生物学意义。

即便 [Condition], [Subject] 依然 [Action].

即便社会在进步，哺乳依然面临挑战。

عائلة الكلمة

الأسماء

哺乳动物 (mammal)

哺乳室 (nursing room)

哺乳期 (lactation period)

母乳 (breast milk)

الأفعال

哺乳 (to breastfeed)

哺育 (to nurture)

哺 (to feed)

الصفات

哺乳类的 (mammalian)

مرتبط

喂奶

产后

乳腺

婴儿

母爱

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كيفية الاستخدام

frequency

Common in specific domains (parenting, biology, law), rare in casual street talk.

أخطاء شائعة

Using '哺乳' for adults eating. → Using '吃饭' or '用餐'.
'哺乳' is strictly for infants or young animals nursing from a mother.
Saying '哺乳奶瓶'. → Saying '喂奶瓶' or just '奶瓶'.
'哺乳' implies nursing from the breast, not a bottle.
Confusing '哺乳' with '捕鱼'. → '捕鱼' (bǔyú) is catching fish.
They sound similar but have different radicals and meanings.
Using '哺乳' in a very casual text to a friend. → Using '喂奶'.
'哺乳' sounds too clinical for a casual WeChat message.
Saying '哺乳孩子' directly. → Saying '给孩子哺乳'.
In Chinese, it's more natural to use '给' to show the direction of the feeding.

نصائح

Master the Tone Sandhi

Remember that when you say 'bǔ rǔ', the first syllable 'bǔ' changes to a second tone 'bú'. Practice saying 'bú rǔ' to sound like a native.

Biology Connection

Always associate '哺乳' with '哺乳动物' (mammals). This will help you remember that it's a formal, biological term.

Formal vs. Informal

Use '哺乳' for signs and reports; use '喂奶' for your friends and family. This distinction is key for B1+ learners.

Radical Recognition

The 'mouth' radical in '哺' tells you it's about feeding. The 'child' part in '乳' tells you it's about offspring.

Public Signs

In China, look for the '哺乳室' sign in malls. It often has a picture of a baby bottle or a mother and child.

The '期' Suffix

Learn '哺乳期' as a single unit. It's very common in legal and medical discussions.

Nature Documentaries

Watch Chinese nature shows. You will hear '哺乳' every time they talk about mammals raising their young.

Stroke Order

The character '乳' is tricky. Make sure to write the top part first, then the '子' at the bottom.

The Panda Tip

Think of a mother panda (a famous Chinese mammal) nursing. That is '哺乳'.

Workplace Rights

If you work in China, knowing '哺乳假' is essential for understanding HR policies.

احفظها

وسيلة تذكّر

The first character '哺' has a 'mouth' (口) because you feed into it. The second '乳' looks like a person '子' (child) being held near a breast.

ربط بصري

Imagine a mother panda (a famous 哺乳动物) in a 哺乳室 (nursing room) at the zoo.

Word Web

哺乳动物 (Mammal) 哺乳期 (Lactation) 哺乳室 (Nursing Room) 母乳 (Breast milk) 哺育 (Nurture) 喂奶 (Feed milk) 婴儿 (Baby) 母亲 (Mother)

تحدٍّ

Try to use '哺乳动物' to describe three different animals you see today. Then, look for a '哺乳室' sign next time you are at a mall.

أصل الكلمة

The character '哺' (bǔ) consists of the 'mouth' radical (口) and '甫' (fǔ), providing the sound. It originally meant to chew food for the young. '乳' (rǔ) is a pictograph representing a hand (爪) holding a child (子) to a breast.

المعنى الأصلي: To feed a child with milk or chewed food.

Sino-Tibetan (Chinese)

السياق الثقافي

Breastfeeding can be a sensitive topic; use '哺乳' in professional settings to remain respectful and clinical. In casual settings, follow the mother's lead on vocabulary.

In Western countries, breastfeeding in public is widely protected by law and social norms, though it still faces some debate. The term 'nursing' is often used interchangeably with 'breastfeeding'.

The painting 'Madonna Lactans' (The Nursing Madonna). The biological classification 'Mammalia' by Carl Linnaeus. National Geographic documentaries about mammalian life.

تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية

سياقات واقعية

Hospital

哺乳期用药 (Medication during lactation)
产后哺乳 (Postpartum nursing)
哺乳指导 (Breastfeeding guidance)
乳腺检查 (Breast exam)

Public Places

寻找哺乳室 (Looking for the nursing room)
哺乳室位置 (Nursing room location)
哺乳设施 (Nursing facilities)
公共哺乳 (Public breastfeeding)

Workplace

哺乳假规定 (Lactation leave regulations)
哺乳时间 (Breastfeeding time)
职场哺乳 (Workplace nursing)
申请假条 (Apply for leave)

Science/Nature

哺乳动物特征 (Mammalian characteristics)
哺乳行为研究 (Study of nursing behavior)
哺乳类进化 (Evolution of mammals)
海洋哺乳动物 (Marine mammals)

Legal

哺乳期权益 (Lactation period rights)
法律保护 (Legal protection)
劳动法 (Labor law)
歧视投诉 (Discrimination complaint)

بدايات محادثة

"请问这层楼有哺乳室吗？ (Excuse me, is there a nursing room on this floor?)"

"你觉得在公共场合哺乳应该被更广泛地接受吗？ (Do you think breastfeeding in public should be more widely accepted?)"

"你知道鲸鱼其实是哺乳动物吗？ (Did you know that whales are actually mammals?)"

"公司对哺乳期员工有哪些福利政策？ (What welfare policies does the company have for breastfeeding employees?)"

"母乳哺乳对婴儿的免疫系统有什么好处？ (What are the benefits of breastfeeding for a baby's immune system?)"

مواضيع للكتابة اليومية

描述一次你在公共场所看到哺乳室的经历。 (Describe an experience seeing a nursing room in a public place.)

讨论母乳哺乳与人工喂养的利弊。 (Discuss the pros and cons of breastfeeding vs. formula feeding.)

为什么‘哺乳动物’这个词在生物学中很重要？ (Why is the term 'mammal' important in biology?)

如果你是一名设计师，你会如何设计一个完美的哺乳室？ (If you were a designer, how would you design a perfect nursing room?)

谈谈你对职场女性哺乳假权利的看法。 (Talk about your views on the rights of workplace women to lactation leave.)

الأسئلة الشائعة

10 أسئلة

No, '哺乳' specifically refers to nursing from the breast or mammary glands. For bottle-feeding, you should use '喂奶' (wèinǎi) or '人工喂养' (réngōng wèiyǎng).

No, it is used for all mammals. In fact, 'mammal' in Chinese is '哺乳动物', which literally means 'nursing animal.'

'哺乳室' (bǔrǔ shì) is specifically for breastfeeding. '母婴室' (mǔyīng shì) is a broader term for a 'mother and baby room' which often includes a nursing area, a diaper-changing station, and a place to rest.

It sounds a bit too formal or clinical. If you are talking to a friend, '喂奶' is much more natural. Use '哺乳' if you want to sound very precise or professional.

The term is '哺乳期' (bǔrǔ qī). It is used to describe the entire time a mother is breastfeeding.

Yes, it is '哺乳动物' (bǔrǔ dòngwù).

Yes, it can function as a noun meaning 'the act of breastfeeding' or 'nursing,' especially in compound phrases like '哺乳时间' (breastfeeding time).

No, it is a neutral, scientific, and respectful term.

It refers to the legal maternity leave or the specific daily breaks allowed for nursing mothers in the workplace.

It consists of the 'hand' radical on top (stylized) and the 'child' character (子) on the bottom. Think of a hand protecting a child.

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