有营养
nutritious; healthy
有营养 30초 만에
- Used to describe food that is healthy and rich in nutrients like vitamins.
- Negated with 'méi' (没) to mean 'not nutritious' or 'junk food.'
- Can be used metaphorically for informative books, movies, or conversations.
- A key term in Chinese health and 'wellness' (yangsheng) culture.
The Chinese term 有营养 (yǒu yíngyǎng) is a compound adjective and verb phrase that translates directly to 'to have nutrition' or 'to be nutritious.' In daily life, it serves as the primary way to describe food that is beneficial for one's health, packed with vitamins, minerals, or proteins. Unlike the English word 'healthy,' which is broader and can describe a person, an activity, or a state of being, yǒu yíngyǎng is specifically focused on the content of what is being consumed. When a Chinese mother tells her child to eat broccoli, she won't just say it is 'good'; she will emphasize that it is yǒu yíngyǎng. This highlights a cultural focus on the functional value of food as a source of strength and growth.
- Literal Breakdown
- The character 有 (yǒu) means 'to have' or 'possess.' The word 营养 (yíngyǎng) means 'nutrition.' Together, they literally mean 'possessing nutritional value.'
- Common Usage
- It is most frequently used to describe ingredients like eggs, milk, vegetables, and traditional soups. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a book, a lecture, or a conversation that is mentally 'nourishing' or informative.
多喝点牛奶,牛奶很有营养。(Duō hē diǎn niúnǎi, niúnǎi hěn yǒu yíngyǎng.)
Drink more milk; milk is very nutritious.
In the context of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concept of nutrition is often linked to 'bu' (补), or tonifying the body. While yǒu yíngyǎng is a modern term, it carries the weight of this ancient tradition. People use it to justify dietary choices, especially for children, the elderly, or those recovering from illness. If a food is perceived as 'empty calories' in the West, in China, it would be described as méiyǒu yíngyǎng (having no nutrition). This phrase is a staple in supermarkets, kitchens, and doctor's consultations across the Sinophone world. It bridges the gap between scientific dietary requirements and the traditional Chinese value of eating for longevity and vitality.
Beyond physical food, you will often hear this in educational settings. A 'nutritious' curriculum or a 'nutritious' speech implies that the content is substantive and helpful for personal growth. This metaphorical use is quite common in formal writing and academic reviews. It suggests that the information provided is not just 'fluff' but provides the essential building blocks for understanding. Therefore, when you describe a movie as yǒu yíngyǎng, you are saying it was thought-provoking and intellectually rewarding, not just entertaining.
- Cultural Nuance
- In China, breakfast is often the most 'nutritious' meal of the day, featuring soy milk, eggs, and congee, all of which are frequently labeled as yǒu yíngyǎng.
这本书很有营养,你应该读一读。(Zhè běn shū hěn yǒu yíngyǎng, nǐ yīnggāi dú yī dú.)
This book is very nourishing (informative); you should read it.
Using 有营养 (yǒu yíngyǎng) correctly requires understanding its role as an adjectival phrase. Most commonly, it follows the degree adverb 很 (hěn - very) or 非常 (fēicháng - extremely). Because it contains the verb 有 (yǒu), it can also be negated using 没 (méi) to form 没有营养 (méiyǒu yíngyǎng), meaning 'not nutritious' or 'junk food-like.'
- Basic Structure
- [Subject] + (很/非常) + 有营养.
Example: 鸡蛋很有营养。(Eggs are very nutritious.)
When you want to describe a noun directly, you use the particle 的 (de). For example, 'nutritious food' is yǒu yíngyǎng de shíwù. This is essential for building more complex sentences where the 'nutritious' quality is just one attribute of the subject. You might say, 'I want to buy some nutritious vegetables,' which translates to Wǒ xiǎng mǎi yīxiē yǒu yíngyǎng de shūcài.
妈妈每天都给我做有营养的早饭。(Māma měitiān dōu gěi wǒ zuò yǒu yíngyǎng de zǎofàn.)
Mom makes me a nutritious breakfast every day.
In comparative sentences, yǒu yíngyǎng works just like any other adjective. You can use the 比 (bǐ) structure to compare the nutritional value of two items. For instance, 'Fish is more nutritious than pork' would be Yú bǐ zhūròu gèng yǒu yíngyǎng. This is a common way to discuss diet and health choices in Chinese conversation. Furthermore, you can use the 'A without B' structure: Méiyǒu shénme bǐ niúnǎi gèng yǒu yíngyǎng le (Nothing is more nutritious than milk).
- Comparative Form
- A + 比 + B + (更) + 有营养.
Example: 燕麦比面包更有营养。(Oats are more nutritious than bread.)
Finally, consider the resultative or potential usage. While less common, you might hear people talk about 'absorbing' nutrition using xīshōu yíngyǎng. In this case, yíngyǎng acts as a noun. But as an adjective, yǒu yíngyǎng remains a fixed phrase. If you are describing a person's diet as a whole, you can say Tā de yǐnshí hěn yǒu yíngyǎng (His diet is very nutritious). This covers the entirety of what they eat over a period.
快餐虽然好吃,但是没有营养。(Kuàicān suīrán hǎochī, dànshì méiyǒu yíngyǎng.)
Although fast food is delicious, it is not nutritious.
The phrase 有营养 (yǒu yíngyǎng) is ubiquitous in Chinese society, appearing in settings ranging from the most intimate family dinners to high-level medical seminars. In a domestic setting, it is the 'go-to' word for parents and grandparents. Because Chinese culture places an immense emphasis on food as medicine, the nutritional value of a meal is often discussed more than its taste. You will hear elders saying 'Duō chī diǎn, zhè gè yǒu yíngyǎng' (Eat more, this is nutritious) at almost every meal, especially when serving 'superfoods' like bone broth, goji berries, or steamed fish.
- Setting: The Supermarket
- Product packaging is covered with this phrase. Milk powders, organic vegetables, and health supplements all use 'yǒu yíngyǎng' as a key selling point. Salespeople will often shout about how their products are 'fresh and nutritious.'
In the media, health programs and cooking shows are obsessed with yíngyǎng. Hosts often invite nutritionists (营养师 - yíngyǎngshī) to explain why certain cooking methods—like steaming instead of frying—help keep the food yǒu yíngyǎng. You'll see infographics on social media apps like WeChat or Little Red Book (Xiaohongshu) ranking foods by how 'nutritious' they are. It is a central part of the 'wellness' (养生 - yǎngshēng) discourse that is currently very popular among both the elderly and young professionals in China.
医生建议我多吃有营养的食物。(Yīshēng jiànyì wǒ duō chī yǒu yíngyǎng de shíwù.)
The doctor suggested that I eat more nutritious food.
In schools and workplaces, the word appears in discussions about 'nutritious lunches' (营养午餐 - yíngyǎng wǔcān). Governments in China often regulate these to ensure children are getting a balanced diet. If you are at a business lunch, someone might decline a certain dish saying it is 'too oily and not nutritious enough.' Even in the gym, fitness enthusiasts talk about yíngyǎng pèifāng (nutritional formulas) and protein shakes being yǒu yíngyǎng for muscle growth. It is a word that spans all socio-economic classes because health is a universal priority.
- Setting: Schools
- Teachers often tell students that getting enough sleep and eating 'yǒu yíngyǎng' food is the key to doing well on exams. It's seen as fuel for the brain.
学校的午餐既便宜又有营养。(Xuéxiào de wǔcān jì piányí yòu yǒu yíngyǎng.)
The school lunch is both cheap and nutritious.
One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make is confusing 有营养 (yǒu yíngyǎng) with 健康 (jiànkāng). While they are related, they are not always interchangeable. Jiànkāng is a general state of health or a quality of life. For example, you can have a 'healthy lifestyle' (健康的生活方式), but you cannot have a 'nutritious lifestyle.' Yǒu yíngyǎng is strictly about the nutrients contained within something, usually food. If you say a person is yǒu yíngyǎng, it sounds very strange, as if you are suggesting they are good to eat!
- Mistake: Wrong Subject
- Incorrect: 他很有营养。(He is very nutritious.)
Correct: 他很健康。(He is very healthy.)
Another common error is the negation. As mentioned before, because the phrase uses 有 (yǒu), it must be negated with 没 (méi). Many beginners instinctively use bù because they are used to negating adjectives like hǎo (good) or máng (busy) with bù. Saying bù yǒu yíngyǎng is a hallmark of a non-native speaker. Always remember: if there is a 'yǒu,' use 'méi' to say 'no.'
可乐很甜,但是没有营养。(Kělè hěn tián, dànshì méiyǒu yíngyǎng.)
Cola is sweet, but it has no nutrition.
Learners also sometimes struggle with the word order when adding modifiers. For instance, if you want to say 'particularly nutritious,' the word 'particularly' (特别 - tèbié) goes before the whole phrase: tèbié yǒu yíngyǎng. Some students try to put it between yǒu and yíngyǎng, which is incorrect. Treat yǒu yíngyǎng as a single unit when applying adverbs of degree.
- Mistake: Adverb Placement
- Incorrect: 有特别营养 (Have special nutrition - sounds like a noun phrase)
Correct: 特别有营养 (Particularly nutritious - adjective phrase)
Lastly, don't confuse yǒu yíngyǎng with 'delicious' (好吃 - hǎochī). In Chinese culture, there is a famous saying: 'Good medicine tastes bitter' (良药苦口). Similarly, many things that are considered yǒu yíngyǎng (like bitter melon or certain herbal soups) might not be hǎochī. Using the wrong word might lead a host to think you like the taste when you really just appreciate the health benefits.
While 有营养 (yǒu yíngyǎng) is the most common term, several other words occupy a similar semantic space. Understanding the differences between them will help you sound more like a native speaker and allow you to be more precise in your descriptions.
- 健康 (jiànkāng)
- Meaning 'healthy.' This is the broadest term. It can describe food, people, habits, or even an economy. Use this when you want to say something is 'good for you' in a general sense.
- 滋补 (zībǔ)
- Meaning 'nourishing' or 'tonifying.' This is a more traditional, TCM-heavy term. It's used for foods like bird's nest, ginseng, or heavy stews that are meant to 'restore' the body's energy. It implies a higher level of functional benefit than just 'nutritious.'
- 丰富 (fēngfù)
- Meaning 'rich' or 'abundant.' Often used in the phrase 'yíngyǎng fēngfù' (rich in nutrition). This is a more formal way to say something is very nutritious, often found in advertisements or health reports.
这种水果维生素含量非常丰富。(Zhè zhǒng shuǐguǒ wéishēngsù hánliàng fēicháng fēngfù.)
The vitamin content of this fruit is very rich.
For metaphorical 'nourishment,' you might use shòuyì fěi qiǎn (benefited a great deal) or chōngshí (substantial/fulfilling). For example, a 'nutritious' book could be described as nèiróng chōngshí (content is substantial). However, yǒu yíngyǎng remains a very popular colloquial way to express this, even in intellectual circles.
Lastly, consider 卫生 (wèishēng). While it means 'hygienic' or 'sanitary,' in some contexts, people use it to mean 'safe to eat.' If you are eating street food, you might care more about whether it is wèishēng than whether it is yǒu yíngyǎng. In a restaurant review, you might see all three: 'The food is wèishēng (clean), jiànkāng (healthy), and yǒu yíngyǎng (nutritious).'
재미있는 사실
The character '养' (yǎng) contains the component for 'sheep' (羊), because sheep were a primary source of nourishment in ancient China.
발음 가이드
- Pronouncing 'yíng' as 'yǐng' (third tone mistake).
- Pronouncing 'yǎng' as 'yàng' (fourth tone mistake).
- Misplacing the nasal 'ng' sound at the end of both syllables.
수준별 예문
鸡蛋很有营养。
Eggs are very nutritious.
Simple Subject + Adverb + Adjective phrase.
牛奶有营养吗?
Is milk nutritious?
Question form using 'ma'.
这个很有营养。
This is very nutritious.
Using 'zhège' as a subject.
我不喜欢吃没营养的东西。
I don't like eating things with no nutrition.
Negative form 'méi yíngyǎng' as a modifier.
苹果很有营养。
Apples are very nutritious.
Basic noun + hěn + yǒu yíngyǎng.
多吃水果,有营养。
Eat more fruit; it's nutritious.
Imperative sentence with reason.
早饭要有营养。
Breakfast must be nutritious.
Using 'yào' to express necessity.
这是有营养的菜。
This is a nutritious dish.
Using 'de' to modify the noun 'cài'.
鱼肉比猪肉更有营养。
Fish is more nutritious than pork.
Comparative 'A bǐ B gèng' structure.
医生说,蔬菜很有营养。
The doctor says vegetables are very nutritious.
Reporting speech.
你要多喝有营养的汤。
You need to drink more nutritious soup.
Modifying a noun in an object position.
汉堡包没有营养。
Hamburgers are not nutritious.
Negative 'méiyǒu' structure.
我想买一些有营养的水果。
I want to buy some nutritious fruit.
Using 'yīxiē' (some) with the phrase.
这种面条很有营养。
This kind of noodle is very nutritious.
Using 'zhǒng' (kind/type) as a measure word.
为了健康,我们要吃有营养的食物。
For health, we should eat nutritious food.
Using 'wèile' (for/in order to).
妈妈做的饭很有营养。
The food Mom makes is very nutritious.
Relative clause 'Māma zuò de fàn'.
每天吃一个鸡蛋是非常有营养的习惯。
Eating an egg every day is a very nutritious habit.
Complex subject phrase.
虽然快餐很方便,但是不太有营养。
Although fast food is convenient, it's not very nutritious.
Conjunction 'suīrán... dànshì'.
老师推荐的这本书真的很有营养。
This book recommended by the teacher is truly nourishing (informative).
Metaphorical usage for intellectual content.
比起果汁,直接吃水果更有营养。
Compared to juice, eating fruit directly is more nutritious.
Using 'bǐqǐ' (compared to).
这种烹饪方法能保留食物的有营养成分。
This cooking method can preserve the nutritious components of the food.
Using 'yíngyǎng' as a noun in a compound.
他每天都研究怎么吃才更有营养。
He studies how to eat to be more nutritious every day.
Using 'cái' to indicate a condition.
这个讲座很有营养,我学到了很多。
This lecture was very 'nutritious' (informative); I learned a lot.
Metaphorical usage for learning.
这种有机蔬菜虽然贵,但是更有营养。
These organic vegetables are expensive, but they are more nutritious.
Contrastive sentence structure.
营养均衡的饮食对身体健康至关重要。
A nutritionally balanced diet is vital for physical health.
Formal phrase 'yíngyǎng jūnshéng'.
专家指出,深色蔬菜通常比浅色蔬菜更有营养。
Experts point out that dark-colored vegetables are usually more nutritious than light-colored ones.
Formal reporting verb 'zhǐchū'.
这种新型零食声称既美味又有营养。
This new type of snack claims to be both delicious and nutritious.
Using 'shēngchēng' (claim) and 'jì... yòu...'.
父母应该从小培养孩子吃有营养食物的习惯。
Parents should cultivate the habit of eating nutritious food in children from a young age.
Using 'péiyǎng' (cultivate).
如果我们只吃肉不吃菜,营养就不全面。
If we only eat meat and no vegetables, the nutrition won't be comprehensive.
Conditional 'rúguǒ... jiù...'.
这篇文章对如何保持饮食有营养给出了详细建议。
This article provides detailed advice on how to keep a diet nutritious.
Complex prepositional phrase with 'duì'.
在贫困地区,保证孩子们吃得有营养是一个挑战。
In poor areas, ensuring children eat nutritiously is a challenge.
Verb + 'de' + adjective complement.
这种加工食品流失了大量的有营养物质。
This processed food has lost a large amount of nutritious substances.
Using 'liúshī' (loss/drain away).
一部优秀的电影不仅要好看,更要“有营养”。
An excellent movie should not only be good-looking but also 'nutritious' (substantive).
Metaphorical use in cultural criticism.
这种滋补汤融合了多种名贵药材,极具营养价值。
This restorative soup combines various precious medicinal herbs and has great nutritional value.
Formal term 'yíngyǎng jiàzhí'.
他在演讲中提供了一些非常有营养的见解。
He provided some very 'nutritious' (insightful) views in his speech.
Abstract usage for 'insights'.
长期摄入没有营养的“垃圾食品”会导致严重的健康问题。
Long-term intake of non-nutritious 'junk food' can lead to serious health problems.
Formal term 'shèru' (intake).
我们需要在碎片化信息时代寻找真正有营养的知识。
We need to find truly 'nutritious' knowledge in the era of fragmented information.
Societal context usage.
这种饮食疗法强调通过有营养的食材来调理身体。
This diet therapy emphasizes regulating the body through nutritious ingredients.
TCM-related terminology 'tiáolǐ'.
虽然他的文字朴实,但读起来却非常有营养。
Although his writing is simple, it is very 'nutritious' (profound) to read.
Literary contrast.
政府出台政策,旨在提高国民饮食的有营养水平。
The government issued policies aimed at improving the nutritional level of the national diet.
Administrative register.
所谓“食补”,其核心在于选取最有营养的天然食材。
The so-called 'food therapy' has its core in selecting the most nutritious natural ingredients.
Philosophical definition 'suǒwèi'.
在快节奏的现代生活中,人们往往忽视了饮食是否真的有营养。
In the fast-paced modern life, people often ignore whether their diet is truly nutritious.
Sociological observation.
这篇论文深度剖析了土壤质量对农作物是否有营养的影响。
This thesis deeply analyzes the impact of soil quality on whether crops are nutritious.
Scientific/Academic register.
他追求的是一种不仅有营养,而且符合美学的饮食文化。
What he pursues is a food culture that is not only nutritious but also aesthetically pleasing.
Complex aesthetic discussion.
教育的本质应当是提供有营养的精神食粮,而非死记硬背。
The essence of education should be providing 'nutritious' spiritual food rather than rote memorization.
Metaphorical/Philosophical register.
这种工艺最大限度地锁住了食材中的有营养成分,避免了流失。
This process locks in the nutritious components of the ingredients to the maximum extent, avoiding loss.
Technical/Industrial register.
在某些文化中,最有营养的部分往往是留给长辈或客人的。
In some cultures, the most nutritious parts are often reserved for elders or guests.
Cultural anthropology context.
我们要警惕那些表面华丽却毫无营养的流行文化产品。
We must be wary of those pop culture products that are flashy on the surface but have no 'nutrition' (substance).
Critical theory register.
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
营养不良
营养师
营养午餐
营养均衡
营养过剩
补充营养
营养丰富
营养成分表
缺乏营养
营养学
관용어 및 표현
"药补不如食补"
Food therapy is better than medicine. Emphasizes eating 'yǒu yíngyǎng' food.
别总吃药,药补不如食补。
Proverb"细嚼慢咽"
Chew carefully and swallow slowly to absorb 'yíngyǎng'.
细嚼慢咽才更有营养。
Common Saying"五谷丰登"
Abundant harvest of the five grains (implies plenty of nutritious food).
祝愿明年五谷丰登。
Idiom"珍馐美馔"
Delicacies and fine food (usually very 'yǒu yíngyǎng').
桌上摆满了珍馐美馔。
Literary"充饥之物"
Something just to stop hunger, usually lacking 'yíngyǎng'.
这只是充饥之物,没营养。
Neutral"取其精华"
Take the essence (the most 'nutritious' part).
读书要取其精华。
Metaphorical"博大精深"
Broad and deep (often used for 'nutritious' culture).
中医文化博大精深。
Formal"开卷有益"
Reading is always beneficial (mentally 'yǒu yíngyǎng').
常说开卷有益,多读书吧。
Idiom"粗茶淡饭"
Simple food (can be 'yǒu yíngyǎng' but not fancy).
他习惯了粗茶淡饭。
Humble"锦衣玉食"
Living in luxury with the best food.
他从小过着锦衣玉食的生活。
Literary어휘 가족
명사
동사
형용사
관련
암기하기
기억법
Think of 'You' (有) as 'You' and 'Ying-Yang' (营养). You need Ying and Yang (balance) to have nutrition!
시각적 연상
Imagine a hand (有) holding a vibrant green broccoli stalk (营养).
Word Web
챌린지
Try to find three items in your fridge today and label them 'yǒu yíngyǎng' or 'méiyǒu yíngyǎng' in Chinese.
어원
The phrase is modern, but the characters are ancient. '有' (yǒu) is a pictograph of a hand holding meat, signifying possession. '营' (yíng) originally meant a dwelling or to manage. '养' (yǎng) depicts a person feeding a sheep, meaning to raise or nourish.
원래 의미: To have the substances required for raising and managing life.
Sino-TibetanSummary
The word 'yǒu yíngyǎng' is the essential way to say 'nutritious' in Chinese. Remember to use it for food specifically, and always negate it with 'méi' instead of 'bù'. Example: 鸡蛋很有营养 (Eggs are very nutritious).
- Used to describe food that is healthy and rich in nutrients like vitamins.
- Negated with 'méi' (没) to mean 'not nutritious' or 'junk food.'
- Can be used metaphorically for informative books, movies, or conversations.
- A key term in Chinese health and 'wellness' (yangsheng) culture.
관련 콘텐츠
food 관련 단어
一两
B1Fifty grams; a Chinese unit of weight (approx. 50g).
一斤
B1Half a kilogram; a Chinese unit of weight (approx. 500g).
一袋
B1A bag of.
少一点儿
A2A bit less.
多一点儿
A2A bit more.
一口
B1A mouthful; a bite; a small amount (of food or drink).
一瓶
B1A bottle of.
一碗
B1Measure word for a bowl of food.
一盒
B1A box of.
一杯
B1Measure word for a cup of liquid.