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脂肪

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Explication 脂肪 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you only need to know that 脂肪 (zhīfáng) means 'fat'. You will mostly see this word on food packaging or when someone talks about health in very simple terms. For example, '这个不健康，脂肪很多' (This is not healthy, it has a lot of fat). It is a noun. You should learn to recognize the characters. The first character 脂 has a 'moon' radical on the left, which in Chinese characters often represents 'flesh' or body parts. This helps you remember it relates to the body or meat. At this stage, just focus on the basic meaning and the fact that it is a thing you find in food like butter, meat, or oil. Don't worry about the complex types of fat yet; just know it as a general term for 'fat' that we want to eat in moderation.

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At the A2 level, you can start using 脂肪 in more varied sentences. You are likely learning about health, hobbies like going to the gym, and daily routines. You should be able to say things like '我想要减少脂肪' (I want to reduce fat) or '这种牛奶没有脂肪' (This milk has no fat). You will notice 脂肪 appearing in compound words like '脂肪含量' (fat content). You should also distinguish 脂肪 from the adjective '胖' (pàng). Remember: a person is '胖', but they have '脂肪'. You might also encounter the word when talking about cooking, though '油' (yóu) is more common there. Focus on using it with basic verbs like 有 (have), 没有 (not have), and 减少 (reduce).

At the B1 level, you should understand 脂肪 in the context of health and lifestyle discussions. You can talk about different types of food and their nutritional values. You might hear people talking about '脂肪燃烧' (fat burning) during exercise. You should be comfortable reading simple health articles that mention 脂肪. You will also encounter the term '脂肪肝' (fatty liver) in medical contexts, which is a common topic in Chinese health discussions. You should be able to explain why certain foods are healthy or unhealthy using this word. For example, '牛油果含有健康的脂肪' (Avocados contain healthy fats). You are also expected to know the difference between '脂肪' and '肥肉' (the fatty part of meat).

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At the B2 level, you should be able to discuss the biological and chemical aspects of 脂肪. You will learn terms like '饱和脂肪' (saturated fat) and '不饱和脂肪' (unsaturated fat). You can participate in debates about diet trends, such as the ketogenic diet (生酮饮食), and explain the role of fat as an energy source. You should be able to read more formal texts, such as nutritional labels or science news reports, where 脂肪 is used precisely. You will also understand its use in the beauty industry, such as '脂肪填充' (fat grafting). Your vocabulary should include related terms like '脂肪酸' (fatty acids) and '代谢' (metabolism). You can use the word in more abstract or formal ways, such as discussing the '脂肪' (excess/inefficiency) in a corporate structure, though this is metaphorical.

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At the C1 level, you should have a nuanced understanding of 脂肪 in academic, medical, and literary contexts. You can read medical journals or research papers that discuss '脂肪组织' (adipose tissue) and its endocrine functions. You understand the historical evolution of the word and its characters. You can discuss the societal implications of '脂肪' in the context of the 'obesity epidemic' and public health policy in China. You are familiar with technical terms like '甘油三酯' (triglycerides) which are often discussed alongside 脂肪. You can also appreciate how the word might be used in literature to describe decadence or physical descriptions with specific stylistic effects. Your usage should be precise, distinguishing between '脂质', '油脂', and '脂肪' based on the specific scientific context.

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At the C2 level, you possess a native-like grasp of 脂肪. You can discuss complex biochemical pathways involving lipid metabolism with ease. You understand the subtle cultural shifts in China regarding 脂肪—from a symbol of prosperity to a target of modern health regimes. You can use the term in highly specialized fields, such as chemical engineering or advanced pathology. You can interpret and use the word in sophisticated metaphors or idioms that might involve the concept of fat or grease. You are capable of critiquing scientific literature or public health advertisements that use the term. Your command allows you to switch between casual, medical, and highly academic registers of the word without hesitation, understanding the full weight of its connotations in Chinese society.

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脂肪 en 30 secondes

脂肪 (zhīfáng) is a noun meaning 'fat' or 'grease', used in biological, nutritional, and medical contexts to describe lipids in organisms and food.
It is commonly used with verbs like 燃烧 (burn), 消耗 (consume), and 含有 (contain) to discuss health, diet, and exercise routines.
Unlike the English 'fat', it cannot be used as an adjective for people; use 胖 (pàng) instead to describe someone as being fat.
Key terms include 饱和脂肪 (saturated fat), 不饱和脂肪 (unsaturated fat), and 脂肪肝 (fatty liver), which are frequent in health discussions.

The Chinese term 脂肪 (zhīfáng) is a noun that primarily translates to 'fat' or 'grease' in English. It is a fundamental term used in biology, nutrition, medicine, and daily conversations about health and appearance. In a biological sense, it refers to the adipose tissue found in humans and animals, serving as energy storage and insulation. In a nutritional context, it refers to one of the three macronutrients found in food. Understanding 脂肪 is essential for anyone navigating conversations about diet, exercise, or medical health in a Chinese-speaking environment. The term is neutral in its scientific form but can carry various connotations depending on the context, ranging from a necessary nutrient to something one wishes to 'burn' or 'reduce' for aesthetic or health reasons.

Biological Context: In biology, 脂肪 refers to the lipids that store energy. For example, '皮下脂肪' (píxià zhīfáng) means subcutaneous fat, the layer right under the skin.

我们需要适量的脂肪来保护内脏。(Wǒmen xūyào shìliàng de zhīfáng lái bǎohù nèizàng.) — We need a moderate amount of fat to protect our internal organs.

Dietary Context: When looking at food labels in China, you will always see the word 脂肪. It is categorized into '饱和脂肪' (saturated fat) and '不饱和脂肪' (unsaturated fat).

Furthermore, the word is often paired with verbs like '燃烧' (ránshāo - to burn) or '消耗' (xiāohào - to consume/deplete) in fitness circles. If you go to a gym in Beijing or Shanghai, you will frequently hear trainers talking about '脂肪燃烧' (fat burning). The term is also used in medical diagnoses, such as '脂肪肝' (zhīfánggān - fatty liver), a common condition discussed in health check-ups. Historically, the characters themselves are revealing: '脂' (zhī) refers to animal fat with the 'moon' or 'flesh' radical (⾁), and '肪' (fáng) also contains the flesh radical, specifically denoting the fat around the loins or grease.

这种食物的脂肪含量非常高。(Zhè zhǒng shíwù de zhīfáng hánliàng fēicháng gāo.) — This food's fat content is very high.

Chemical/Industrial Context: In chemistry, 脂肪 is used to describe fatty acids (脂肪酸) and other lipid structures. It is a technical term used in the production of soaps and oils.

他正在努力减掉肚子上的脂肪。(Tā zhèngzài nǔlì jiǎndiào dùzi shàng de zhīfáng.) — He is working hard to lose the fat on his belly.

橄榄油含有健康的脂肪。(Gǎnlǎnyóu hányǒu jiànkāng de zhīfáng.) — Olive oil contains healthy fats.

过多的脂肪会增加心脏病的风险。(Guòduō de zhīfáng huì zēngjiā xīnzàngbìng de fēngxiǎn.) — Too much fat increases the risk of heart disease.

Using 脂肪 correctly requires understanding its role as a noun. It cannot be used to describe a person's appearance directly (e.g., you cannot say 'He is very fat' using 脂肪; you must use '胖'). Instead, 脂肪 is used to talk about the substance itself. It often acts as the object of verbs like '含有' (to contain), '减少' (to reduce), '增加' (to increase), or '消耗' (to consume/burn). It can also be a subject in scientific or descriptive sentences. When used as a modifier, it often precedes other nouns to form compound terms like '脂肪含量' (fat content) or '脂肪细胞' (fat cells).

Verb + 脂肪: Common verbs: 消耗脂肪 (burn fat), 堆积脂肪 (accumulate fat), 减少脂肪 (reduce fat). Example: 运动可以帮助你消耗脂肪。

为了健康，你应该少吃高脂肪的食物。(Wèile jiànkāng, nǐ yīnggāi shǎo chī gāo zhīfáng de shíwù.) — For health, you should eat fewer high-fat foods.

Adjective + 脂肪: Common adjectives: 饱和 (saturated), 不饱和 (unsaturated), 健康的 (healthy), 多余的 (excess). Example: 他想减掉身上多余的脂肪。

In more complex sentences, 脂肪 can be part of a 'Resultative Construction' or 'Ba-sentence'. For instance, '他把多余的脂肪减掉了' (He lost the excess fat). In medical or technical writing, 脂肪 is often the focus of the sentence, describing its chemical properties or its effect on the human body. For example, '脂肪是人体能量的重要来源' (Fat is an important source of energy for the human body). Note that in casual conversation, if you want to talk about the fat on meat you are eating, you might use '肥肉' (féiròu) instead of 脂肪, although 脂肪 is still technically correct.

这种酸奶的脂肪含量为零。(Zhè zhǒng suānnǎi de zhīfáng hánliàng wéi líng.) — This yogurt has zero fat content.

脂肪 in Comparisons: You can compare the fat content of two items: 猪肉的脂肪比鸡肉多 (Pork has more fat than chicken).

长期摄入过多的反式脂肪对身体有害。(Chángqī shèrù guòduō de fǎnshì zhīfáng duì shēntǐ yǒuhài.) — Long-term intake of too much trans fat is harmful to the body.

The word 脂肪 is ubiquitous in modern Chinese life, particularly in urban environments where health consciousness is rising. You will hear it in gyms, hospitals, supermarkets, and on social media platforms like Little Red Book (Xiaohongshu) or Douyin. In the fitness world, trainers use it constantly when discussing body composition. Instead of just saying 'weight loss' (减肥 jiǎnféi), they often emphasize '减脂' (jiǎnzhǐ), which is short for '减少脂肪' (reducing fat), focusing on losing fat while maintaining muscle. This distinction is crucial in modern fitness culture in China.

At the Gym: You'll hear: '你的体脂率是多少？' (What is your body fat percentage?). Here, '体脂' is a common abbreviation for 身体脂肪.

有氧运动是燃烧脂肪的好方法。(Yǒuyǎng yùndòng shì ránshāo zhīfáng de hǎo fāngfǎ.) — Aerobic exercise is a good way to burn fat.

In the Supermarket: Look at nutrition labels. You'll see '脂肪: 0克' (Fat: 0g) on non-fat products or '低脂肪' (Low fat) prominently displayed on packaging.

Medical settings are another common place to encounter this word. During an annual physical (体检 tǐjiǎn), a doctor might tell a patient they have '脂肪肝' (fatty liver) or that their '血脂' (blood fat/lipids) is too high. These are standard health metrics discussed in China. Furthermore, in beauty and plastic surgery contexts, '脂肪填充' (zhīfáng tiánchōng - fat grafting/filling) is a popular procedure where fat is moved from one part of the body to another (like the face or breasts). Thus, 脂肪 is not always viewed negatively; it can also be a 'resource' in the context of aesthetic enhancement.

医生建议我减少饱和脂肪的摄入。(Yīshēng jiànyì wǒ jiǎnshǎo bǎohé zhīfáng de shèrù.) — The doctor suggested I reduce my intake of saturated fats.

In the News: News reports on public health often discuss the rising rates of '脂肪过多' (excess fat/obesity) among children in urban areas.

这种鱼肉含有丰富的不饱和脂肪。(Zhè zhǒng yúròu hányǒu fēngfù de bù bǎohé zhīfáng.) — This fish meat contains rich unsaturated fats.

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make when using 脂肪 is using it as an adjective to describe a person. In English, we say 'He is fat.' In Chinese, you cannot say '他很脂肪' (Tā hěn zhīfáng). This is grammatically incorrect because 脂肪 is a noun (the substance), not a descriptive adjective. To describe a person's physical state, you must use '胖' (pàng) or '肥' (féi - which is more blunt and can be offensive). If you want to use 脂肪 in that context, you have to say something like '他身上的脂肪很多' (There is a lot of fat on his body).

Mistake 1: Using 脂肪 as an Adjective: Incorrect: 这个汉堡很脂肪 (This burger is very fat). Correct: 这个汉堡的脂肪含量很高 (This burger's fat content is very high) or 这个汉堡很油腻 (This burger is very greasy).

不要说“他很脂肪”，要说“他很胖”。(Bùyào shuō 'tā hěn zhīfáng', yào shuō 'tā hěn pàng'.) — Don't say 'He is fat (noun)', say 'He is fat (adjective)'.

Mistake 2: Confusing 脂肪 with 油 (Oil): While both are lipids, '油' (yóu) usually refers to liquid oil used in cooking. You wouldn't say 'Add some fat to the pan' using 脂肪; you would use '油'.

Another common error is the mispronunciation of the tones. Both characters are in the first tone (zhī fáng). Students often mistakenly use the second or third tone for 'fáng', making it sound like '房' (fáng - room) which is the same tone but sometimes they might say 'fàng' or 'fǎng'. Keeping both tones high and level is key. Additionally, learners sometimes over-use '脂肪' when '油脂' (yóuzhī) would be more appropriate in a chemical or industrial context, or '油腻' (yóunì) when describing the sensation of eating something heavy.

注意：脂肪是名词，不能修饰人。(Zhùyì: zhīfáng shì míngcí, bùnéng xiūshì rén.) — Note: Fat is a noun and cannot modify a person directly.

Mistake 3: Tone Errors: Incorrect: zhǐ fáng (third tone on first syllable). Correct: zhī fáng (first tone on both).

Understanding the nuances between 脂肪 and its synonyms helps in achieving fluency. While 脂肪 is the standard scientific term for fat, several other words are used in specific contexts. For example, 肥肉 (féiròu) refers specifically to the fatty part of meat that you eat. You would never say 'I don't like to eat the 脂肪 on this steak'; you would say '我不喜欢吃这块肉里的肥肉'. On the other hand, 油脂 (yóuzhī) is a broader term encompassing both fats (solid) and oils (liquid), often used in chemistry or when talking about kitchen grease.

脂肪 vs. 肥肉: 脂肪: Scientific/Nutritional (e.g., body fat, fat in milk). 肥肉: Culinary (the white part of meat).

我不爱吃肥肉，我只吃瘦肉。(Wǒ bù ài chī féiròu, wǒ zhǐ chī shòuròu.) — I don't like eating fatty meat; I only eat lean meat.

脂肪 vs. 油脂: 油脂 is more technical. For example, '油脂化工厂' (Oils and fats chemical plant). 脂肪 is more personal/nutritional.

Another related term is 油腻 (yóunì), which is an adjective meaning 'greasy' or 'oily'. If a soup has too much fat floating on top, you call it '油腻'. If you want to talk about the feeling of fat, you use '油'. For instance, '我的手上都是油' (My hands are covered in grease/oil). Lastly, 肥胖 (féipàng) is the formal noun for 'obesity'. While 脂肪 is the fat itself, 肥胖 is the condition of having too much of it. Understanding these distinctions prevents awkward phrasing and shows a deeper grasp of the Chinese language.

这家餐厅的菜太油腻了。(Zhè jiā cāntǐng de cài tài yóunì le.) — The food at this restaurant is too greasy.

Quick Comparison: 脂肪 = Fat (Substance); 肥肉 = Fatty Meat; 油 = Oil/Grease; 胖 = Fat (Adj, for people); 肥胖 = Obesity.

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

In ancient Chinese texts, '脂' was used for animals with horns, while '膏' (gāo) was used for animals without horns. Today, 脂肪 is the unified term for all biological fat.

Guide de prononciation

UK /ˈfæti/

US /fæt/

zhī-fáng (Both syllables receive equal stress in standard Mandarin).

Rime avec

忙 (máng) 糖 (táng) 房 (fáng) 光 (guāng) 张 (zhāng) 羊 (yáng) 狼 (láng) 帮 (bāng)

Erreurs fréquentes

Pronouncing 'fáng' with the 2nd tone instead of the 1st (though 1st is standard for 肪 in this compound, some dictionaries mark it as 2nd in isolation, but in 脂肪 it is 1st or 2nd depending on region; standard is zhīfáng).
Confusing 'zhī' (1st) with 'zhǐ' (3rd).
Failing to distinguish the 'zh' sound from a simple 'z' sound.
Over-emphasizing the second syllable.
Merging the two syllables into one slurred sound.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 3/5

Characters are somewhat complex but have common radicals.

Écriture 4/5

Writing 脂肪 requires attention to the many strokes in 脂 and 肪.

Expression orale 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward if you master the first tone.

Écoute 2/5

Easily recognizable in health and food contexts.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

肉 (Meat) 油 (Oil) 胖 (Fat/Adj) 身体 (Body) 食物 (Food)

Apprends ensuite

蛋白质 (Protein) 碳水化合物 (Carbohydrates) 维生素 (Vitamins) 代谢 (Metabolism) 营养 (Nutrition)

Avancé

甘油三酯 (Triglycerides) 胆固醇 (Cholesterol) 氨基酸 (Amino acids) 新陈代谢 (Metabolism/Renewal) 内分泌 (Endocrine)

Grammaire à connaître

Using '的' (de) to connect 脂肪 with other nouns.

食物的脂肪 (The food's fat)

Using quantity words with 脂肪.

很多脂肪 (A lot of fat), 少量脂肪 (A small amount of fat)

Compound noun formation.

脂肪 + 含量 = 脂肪含量 (Fat content)

Using 含有 (hányǒu) for 'to contain'.

这种坚果含有脂肪。(This nut contains fat.)

Resultative complements with 减 (jiǎn).

减掉脂肪 (To successfully reduce/lose fat)

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Exemples par niveau

这个肉有很多脂肪。

This meat has a lot of fat.

Subject + Verb + Object.

脂肪是不健康的吗？

Is fat unhealthy?

Simple question with 吗.

我不喜欢脂肪。

I don't like fat.

Negative sentence with 不.

牛奶里有脂肪。

There is fat in milk.

Location + 有 + Object.

我们要少吃脂肪。

We should eat less fat.

Modal verb 要 + Adverb 少 + Verb + Noun.

什么是脂肪？

What is fat?

Simple identification question.

汉堡包里有很多脂肪。

There is a lot of fat in hamburgers.

Noun + 里 + 有 + Quantity + Noun.

水果没有脂肪。

Fruit doesn't have fat.

Negative possession with 没有.

为了健康，我每天跑步燃烧脂肪。

For health, I run every day to burn fat.

Purpose clause + main clause.

这种食物的脂肪含量很高。

The fat content of this food is very high.

Possessive marker 的 + compound noun.

我不吃高脂肪的零食。

I don't eat high-fat snacks.

Adjective phrase modifying a noun.

医生说我需要减少脂肪。

The doctor said I need to reduce fat.

Reported speech.

坚果里含有健康的脂肪。

Nuts contain healthy fats.

Formal verb 含有.

这种酸奶是零脂肪的。

This yogurt is zero-fat.

Noun + 是 + Attribute + 的.

你应该少吃饱和脂肪。

You should eat less saturated fat.

Specific terminology: 饱和脂肪.

运动可以把脂肪变成能量。

Exercise can turn fat into energy.

把 construction (Ba-sentence).

长期摄入过多的脂肪会导致肥胖。

Long-term intake of too much fat leads to obesity.

Subject (Gerund-like phrase) + Verb + Object.

这种植物油不含反式脂肪。

This vegetable oil contains no trans fats.

Negative verb 不含 (does not contain).

减脂期间，蛋白质的摄入很重要。

During the fat-loss period, protein intake is important.

Time phrase + noun phrase + adjective.

内脏脂肪过多会影响身体健康。

Too much visceral fat will affect physical health.

Specific term: 内脏脂肪.

鱼油里富含不饱和脂肪酸。

Fish oil is rich in unsaturated fatty acids.

Verb 富含 (richly contains).

他正在尝试通过低脂饮食来减肥。

He is trying to lose weight through a low-fat diet.

通过...来 (through... to) construction.

我们需要脂肪来吸收某些维生素。

We need fat to absorb certain vitamins.

Verb + Object + to (implicit) + Verb.

这个体检报告显示他的血脂偏高。

The medical report shows his blood fat is slightly high.

Specific term: 血脂 (blood fat).

脂肪是人体储存能量的主要形式。

Fat is the main form of energy storage in the human body.

Formal definition structure.

反式脂肪常存在于加工食品中。

Trans fats are often found in processed foods.

存在于...中 (exists in).

过量的脂肪堆积会增加患糖尿病的风险。

Excessive fat accumulation increases the risk of diabetes.

Complex subject + Verb + Object.

这种化妆品含有动物脂肪成分。

This cosmetic product contains animal fat ingredients.

Specific usage in industry.

脂肪细胞可以产生多种激素。

Fat cells can produce various hormones.

Scientific fact.

我们需要区分好脂肪和坏脂肪。

We need to distinguish between good fats and bad fats.

Verb 区分 (distinguish).

高强度间歇训练能有效燃烧脂肪。

High-intensity interval training can effectively burn fat.

Adverb + Verb + Object.

该地区的肥胖率上升与脂肪摄入增加有关。

The rising obesity rate in this region is related to increased fat intake.

与...有关 (is related to).

脂肪组织在维持体温方面起着关键作用。

Adipose tissue plays a key role in maintaining body temperature.

在...方面起作用 (play a role in...).

由于代谢异常，他的脂肪分解速度减慢。

Due to metabolic abnormalities, his fat breakdown rate has slowed down.

Cause-effect with 由于.

研究表明，某些脂肪酸对大脑发育至关重要。

Research shows that certain fatty acids are crucial for brain development.

至关重要 (crucial/essential).

脂肪的氧化过程是一个复杂的生化反应。

The oxidation process of fat is a complex biochemical reaction.

Abstract scientific description.

这种新型材料模仿了鲸鱼脂肪的隔热性能。

This new material mimics the insulation properties of whale blubber.

Verb 模仿 (mimic).

医生通过吸脂手术去除了患者多余的脂肪。

The doctor removed the patient's excess fat through liposuction.

Specific medical term: 吸脂 (liposuction).

长期缺乏必需脂肪酸会导致皮肤干燥。

Long-term lack of essential fatty acids can lead to dry skin.

Noun phrase as subject.

脂肪的过度摄入是导致现代代谢综合征的主因。

Excessive intake of fat is the main cause of modern metabolic syndrome.

Formal academic tone.

在饥荒年代，脂肪曾是生命力和财富的象征。

In times of famine, fat was once a symbol of vitality and wealth.

Historical/Cultural reflection.

脂肪的过度堆积不仅是生理问题，更是社会心理问题。

Excessive fat accumulation is not only a physiological issue but also a socio-psychological one.

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

该论文深入探讨了脂肪因子在炎症反应中的机制。

The paper explores in depth the mechanism of adipokines in inflammatory responses.

Highly technical academic Chinese.

脂肪的质地和风味是评价肉类品质的核心指标。

The texture and flavor of fat are core indicators for evaluating meat quality.

Professional culinary/agricultural term.

这种酶能催化脂肪水解为甘油和脂肪酸。

This enzyme can catalyze the hydrolysis of fat into glycerol and fatty acids.

Biochemical process description.

对脂肪的恐惧反映了当代社会对身体管理的极端追求。

The fear of fat reflects the extreme pursuit of body management in contemporary society.

Sociological analysis.

棕色脂肪与白色脂肪在产热功能上存在显著差异。

There are significant differences in thermogenic function between brown fat and white fat.

Technical distinction.

脂肪的生物合成受到多种基因和环境因素的调控。

The biosynthesis of fat is regulated by multiple genes and environmental factors.

Advanced scientific syntax.

Collocations courantes

脂肪含量

燃烧脂肪

饱和脂肪

不饱和脂肪

脂肪肝

皮下脂肪

内脏脂肪

消耗脂肪

反式脂肪

脂肪酸

Phrases Courantes

减脂

— Abbreviation for 'reducing fat'. Used in fitness to focus on fat loss.

我最近在减脂，不吃晚饭。

体脂率

— Body fat percentage. A common metric in health checks.

他的体脂率只有百分之十。

低脂

— Low fat. Used to describe diet or products.

我买了一盒低脂牛奶。

脱脂

— Skimmed or fat-removed. Usually for milk.

脱脂奶粉的味道比较淡。

脂肪填充

— Fat grafting/filling. A cosmetic surgery procedure.

她做了面部脂肪填充手术。

脂肪球

— Fat globule. Used in science or describing texture.

牛奶中含有微小的脂肪球。

血脂高

— High blood lipids (high cholesterol).

年纪大了容易血脂高。

脂肪层

— Fat layer. Used in anatomy or insulation.

企鹅有很厚的脂肪层。

吸脂

— Liposuction. Surgical removal of fat.

吸脂手术有一定的风险。

脂肪瘤

— Lipoma. A benign tumor made of fat tissue.

他背上长了一个脂肪瘤。

Souvent confondu avec

脂肪 vs 胖 (pàng)

胖 is an adjective describing a person; 脂肪 is the noun for the substance.

脂肪 vs 油 (yóu)

油 usually refers to liquid cooking oil; 脂肪 is the broader biological term.

脂肪 vs 肥 (féi)

肥 is an adjective (often for meat or animals) or means 'loose/big' for clothes.

Expressions idiomatiques

"民脂民膏"

— The flesh and blood of the people; the hard-earned wealth of the people squeezed by corrupt officials.

这些贪官挥霍的都是民脂民膏。

Formal/Political

"脑满肠肥"

— Literally 'full brain and fat intestines'. Describes a person who is rich, idle, and stupid-looking.

那个脑满肠肥的家伙只知道吃喝。

Derogatory

"肥马轻裘"

— Fat horses and light furs. Describes a luxurious and wealthy lifestyle.

他过着肥马轻裘的生活。

Literary

"括囊避罪"

— This doesn't use fat directly but relates to the 'fat' of excess. (Note: Idioms directly using 脂肪 are rare; most use 脂 or 肥).

N/A

"粉泽脂香"

— The scent of powder and fat (cosmetics). Refers to a woman's makeup or beauty.

屋里充满了粉泽脂香。

Literary

"油头粉面"

— Oily head and powdered face. Describes a man who is overly groomed or foppish.

我不喜欢那个油头粉面的小伙子。

Derogatory

"食不重肉"

— Not eating two kinds of meat. Living simply (avoiding the fat of luxury).

他生活俭朴，食不重肉。

Literary

"搜刮民脂"

— To extort the people's wealth (fat).

统治者搜刮民脂来修建宫殿。

Formal

"脂粉气"

— The smell of cosmetics; effeminacy.

这篇文章写得太有脂粉气了。

Neutral/Critical

"肥甘厚味"

— Rich and tasty food (usually high in fat and sugar).

长期食用肥甘厚味对身体不好。

Formal/Medical

Facile à confondre

脂肪 vs 油脂

Both mean fat/oil.

油脂 is more technical and covers both solid and liquid states; 脂肪 is more common in biology.

工业油脂不能食用。

脂肪 vs 肥肉

Both refer to fat.

肥肉 is strictly culinary (meat fat); 脂肪 is used for body fat and nutrients.

这块红烧肉的肥肉很好吃。

脂肪 vs 脂质

Both mean lipids.

脂质 is the academic/chemical term; 脂肪 is the general term.

血液中的脂质含量需要检查。

脂肪 vs 油腻

Relates to fat.

油腻 is an adjective meaning 'greasy' (taste/sensation).

炸鸡太油腻了。

脂肪 vs 奶油

Sounds similar.

奶油 is 'cream' (the dairy product).

蛋糕上有很多奶油。

Structures de phrases

S + 有/没有 + 脂肪

这块肉有很多脂肪。

S + 燃烧/减少 + 脂肪

我要运动来燃烧脂肪。

A + 含有 + B (脂肪)

牛油果含有健康的脂肪。

脂肪 + 含量 + 很 + Adj

这种零食的脂肪含量很高。

S + 是 + (Adj) + 脂肪 + 的来源

坚果是健康脂肪的重要来源。

由于...导致...脂肪堆积

由于缺乏运动，导致他体内脂肪堆积。

A 与 B (脂肪) 之间存在...联系

研究表明肥胖与脂肪摄入之间存在紧密联系。

脂肪...在...中扮演...角色

脂肪组织在人体内分泌系统中扮演着复杂角色。

Famille de mots

Noms

脂肪酸 (Fatty acid)

脂肪肝 (Fatty liver)

脂肪瘤 (Lipoma)

脂肪酶 (Lipase)

Verbes

脱脂 (To degrease/skim)

吸脂 (To perform liposuction)

Adjectifs

多脂的 (Fatty/Rich)

低脂的 (Low-fat)

无脂的 (Fat-free)

Apparenté

肥胖 (Obesity)

油脂 (Grease)

胆固醇 (Cholesterol)

代谢 (Metabolism)

热量 (Calories)

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Comment l'utiliser

frequency

Common in health, fitness, medical, and culinary discussions.

Erreurs courantes

他很脂肪。 → 他很胖。
You cannot use the noun 'fat' as an adjective for a person.
我不喜欢吃肉里的脂肪。 → 我不喜欢吃肉里的肥肉。
In a culinary context, '肥肉' is the natural word for meat fat.
我要买脂肪油。 → 我要买食用油。
Cooking oil is simply '油' or '食用油', not 'fat oil'.
他的脂肪率很高。 → 他的体脂率很高。
The standard term for body fat percentage is '体脂率'.
Pronouncing '肪' as 'fàng'. → Pronounce it as 'fáng'.
The tone is usually the second tone (or first in some compounds), never the fourth.

Astuces

Noun Only

Always remember 脂肪 is a noun. Use it as a subject or object, never as an adjective for people.

Abbreviation

In fitness, 脂肪 is often shortened to 脂 (zhǐ), as in 减脂 (lose fat) or 体脂 (body fat).

Avoid 肥 (féi)

While 肥 also means fat, it is very blunt and can be rude when referring to people. Stick to 胖 or scientific terms.

Tone Accuracy

Keep both tones high and flat. zh-ī f-áng.

Radical Clue

The 月 radical tells you the word is related to the body or meat.

Stroke Order

Practice the stroke order for 脂 and 肪 as they have many components.

Health Context

If you hear 'zhīfáng' in a hospital, it's likely about your lab results.

Culinary Terms

Use 肥肉 when talking about food on your plate, not 脂肪.

Fitness Lingo

Learn '体脂率' (body fat %) if you plan to join a gym in China.

Labels

Look for '0 脂肪' on packaging if you are looking for fat-free products.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of the 'moon' radical (月) as a piece of meat. Both characters have it. 'Zhi' sounds like 'Ghee' (a type of fat), and 'Fang' sounds like 'Fat' if you stretch your imagination.

Association visuelle

Imagine a white layer of fat on a piece of meat. The radical 月 (meat) is on the left of both characters, reminding you it's a part of the body.

Word Web

肉 (Meat) 油 (Oil) 胖 (Fat/Adj) 健康 (Health) 运动 (Exercise) 心脏 (Heart) 卡路里 (Calories) 饮食 (Diet)

Défi

Try to find three items in your kitchen and look up their fat content in Chinese. Say '这件产品的脂肪含量是...' (The fat content of this product is...).

Origine du mot

The word 脂肪 is composed of two characters: 脂 (zhī) and 肪 (fáng). Both characters contain the 'moon' radical (月), which is a simplified form of the 'flesh' radical (肉) in many Chinese characters related to body parts or tissues. This indicates its biological origin.

Sens originel : 脂 originally referred to animal fat, specifically solid fat like tallow. 肪 referred to the thick fat found on the loins or belly of animals.

Sino-Tibetan (Chinese)

Contexte culturel

Avoid calling people '胖' (fat) directly as it is rude. Using 脂肪 in a medical or fitness context is perfectly acceptable.

In English, 'fat' is often used as a direct insult. In Chinese, 脂肪 is too scientific for an insult, but 胖 is used more casually, though still potentially sensitive.

The 'Ketogenic Diet' (生酮饮食) is a popular topic in China involving high fat intake. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) often discusses 'dampness' (湿气) which is sometimes linked to excess fat. Fitness influencers like Liu Geng-hong have popularized fat-burning workouts.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

At the Gym

燃烧脂肪 (Burn fat)
体脂率 (Body fat percentage)
减脂餐 (Fat-loss meal)
有氧运动 (Aerobic exercise)

At the Doctor

脂肪肝 (Fatty liver)
血脂高 (High blood lipids)
过度肥胖 (Obesity)
饮食建议 (Dietary advice)

In a Restaurant/Cooking

太油腻了 (Too greasy)
去除脂肪 (Remove fat)
肥肉 (Fatty meat)
低脂选项 (Low-fat option)

Reading Food Labels

脂肪含量 (Fat content)
饱和脂肪 (Saturated fat)
不含反式脂肪 (No trans fat)
每100克 (Per 100g)

Skincare/Beauty

脂肪填充 (Fat filling)
脂肪粒 (Milia/Fat granules)
吸脂手术 (Liposuction)
瘦身 (Slimming)

Amorces de conversation

"你觉得哪种运动最能燃烧脂肪？ (Which exercise do you think burns fat best?)"

"你知道如何看食品包装上的脂肪含量吗？ (Do you know how to read the fat content on food packaging?)"

"你更喜欢吃瘦肉还是带点脂肪的肉？ (Do you prefer lean meat or meat with some fat?)"

"为什么现代人这么害怕脂肪？ (Why are modern people so afraid of fat?)"

"你听说过‘好脂肪’和‘坏脂肪’的区别吗？ (Have you heard of the difference between 'good fats' and 'bad fats'?)"

Sujets d'écriture

写一写你对健康饮食的看法，特别是关于脂肪的摄入。 (Write about your views on healthy eating, especially regarding fat intake.)

描述一次你尝试减脂或健身的经历。 (Describe an experience where you tried to lose fat or get fit.)

你认为社会对‘胖’和‘脂肪’的态度在改变吗？ (Do you think society's attitude towards 'fat' and 'fatness' is changing?)

记录你今天吃的食物，并估算一下它们的脂肪含量。 (Record the food you ate today and estimate its fat content.)

如果有一种神奇的药可以立刻消除脂肪，你会吃吗？为什么？ (If there was a magic pill that could instantly eliminate fat, would you take it? Why?)

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

No, you cannot. 脂肪 is a noun. You should say '他很胖' (He is fat) or '他体内的脂肪很多' (There is a lot of fat in his body).

脂肪 is a general, scientific term for fat. 肥肉 specifically refers to the fatty part of meat used in cooking.

You say '低脂' (dīzhǐ) or '低脂肪' (dī zhīfáng). For example, '低脂牛奶' is low-fat milk.

Not necessarily. In health contexts, people talk about '健康的脂肪' (healthy fats). However, in fitness, it is usually something to be reduced.

It is pronounced 'zhī fáng'. Both characters are usually spoken in the first tone, though some regional variations exist for the second character.

It means 'fatty liver', a medical condition where excess fat builds up in the liver.

It is '反式脂肪' (fǎnshì zhīfáng).

No, like 'fat' in English, it is uncountable in Chinese.

The radical is 月 (yuè), which stands for 'flesh' or 'meat' in this context.

You say '燃烧脂肪' (ránshāo zhīfáng) or '消耗脂肪' (xiāohào zhīfáng).

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