Sweating is the body's natural way to cool down and can happen due to various physical and emotional conditions.
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- Sweat, a natural bodily function.
- Occurs during heat, exercise, or stress.
- Commonly used in daily life.
Overview
“流汗”是一个非常基础且常用的中文词汇，指人体通过皮肤分泌汗液的生理过程。这个词汇在日常生活中使用频率极高，无论是描述运动后的状态、天气炎热时的感受，还是紧张或激动时的身体反应，都可以用到“流汗”。它不仅仅是描述一个生理现象，有时也带有情感或情境的暗示。
“流汗”通常作为谓语动词使用，后面可以跟宾语，也可以不跟。常见的搭配有“大量流汗”、“不停地流汗”、“热得流汗”、“累得流汗”等。它也可以与其他词组合，构成更复杂的表达，例如“汗流浃背”（形容流很多汗）或“挥汗如雨”（形容流汗量大）。
**出汗 (chū hàn)**
“出汗”和“流汗”意思基本相同，都指分泌汗液。在大多数日常语境下可以互换使用。“出汗”可能更侧重于汗液“出来”这个动作本身，而“流汗”更强调汗液“流动”的状态，但这种区别非常细微，一般不影响理解。
Examples
今天天气真热，我出门没多久就开始流汗了。
everydayThe weather is so hot today; I started sweating not long after going out.
经过一上午的辛勤工作，他已汗流浃背。
descriptiveAfter a morning of hard work, he was drenched in sweat.
别担心，面试时有点紧张是正常的，很多人都会流汗。
informalDon't worry, it's normal to be a bit nervous during an interview; many people sweat.
剧烈运动后，身体会通过排汗来调节体温。
factualAfter strenuous exercise, the body regulates its temperature by sweating.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
汗流浃背
drenched in sweat
挥汗如雨
sweating profusely (like rain)
辛勤流汗
to sweat diligently (work hard)
Often Confused With
Both '流汗' and '出汗' mean 'to sweat' and are largely interchangeable in everyday conversation. '出汗' might slightly emphasize the appearance of sweat, while '流汗' emphasizes its flow, but this distinction is rarely significant.
'冒汗' also means 'to sweat', but it can sometimes imply the initial appearance of sweat or sweating unexpectedly, often due to nervousness or slight exertion. It can feel more sudden than '流汗'.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The verb '流汗' (liú hàn) is very common and used in a wide range of everyday situations. It's suitable for both spoken and written Chinese at a basic level. Avoid using it in highly formal or literary contexts where more sophisticated vocabulary or idioms might be preferred.
Common Mistakes
Learners might sometimes confuse '流汗' with other verbs describing bodily fluids, like '流鼻涕' (to have a runny nose) or '流眼泪' (to cry). Ensure you use '流汗' specifically for sweat. Also, be mindful of idiomatic expressions like '汗流浃背' which convey a much stronger degree of sweating.
Tips
Use '流汗' for general sweating.
Use '流汗' when describing the general act of sweating due to heat, exercise, or nervousness. It's a versatile and common term.
Beware of excessive sweating.
While sweating is normal, excessive or unexplained sweating might indicate a medical condition. Consult a doctor if concerned.
Sweat as a sign of hard work.
In Chinese culture, like many others, sweat is often associated with hard work and dedication. Phrases like '挥洒汗水' (huīsǎ hànshuǐ - to shed sweat) emphasize effort and commitment.
Word Origin
The character '流' (liú) means 'to flow', and '汗' (hàn) means 'sweat'. Together, '流汗' literally means 'sweat flows', describing the physical process accurately.
Cultural Context
In many cultures, including Chinese, excessive sweating can sometimes be viewed negatively, implying nervousness or lack of composure. However, sweating from hard work is generally seen as a sign of diligence and effort.
Memory Tip
Imagine sweat 'flowing' (流) like water from your skin when you get hot or exercise hard.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“流汗”和“出汗”在大多数情况下意思相同，都可以表示分泌汗液。你可以根据语境和个人习惯选择使用哪个词，它们都可以被理解。
紧张时流汗是身体的“战或逃”（fight or flight）反应的一部分。自主神经系统会激活，导致心率加快、血压升高，同时也刺激汗腺分泌，为应对潜在的威胁做准备。
“汗流浃背”是一个成语，用来形容一个人流了非常多的汗，汗水浸湿了衣服，特别是背部。它表示流汗的程度非常严重。
一般来说，身体在需要调节体温时流汗是正常的。但如果是在凉爽的环境下无故大量流汗，或者在睡眠中不正常地大量流汗（盗汗），可能需要咨询医生，因为这可能是某些健康问题的征兆。
Test Yourself
夏天天气太热了，我走了几步就开始______。
句子的语境是描述在炎热天气下的身体反应，‘流汗’是最合适的词。
运动后，他全身______。
剧烈运动后，人体会通过流汗来散热，这是最常见的生理反应。
他 / 紧张 / 很多汗 / 总是
这个选项结构完整，逻辑清晰，准确地表达了‘紧张时会流很多汗’的意思。
Score: /3
Summary
Sweating is the body's natural way to cool down and can happen due to various physical and emotional conditions.
- Sweat, a natural bodily function.
- Occurs during heat, exercise, or stress.
- Commonly used in daily life.
Use '流汗' for general sweating.
Use '流汗' when describing the general act of sweating due to heat, exercise, or nervousness. It's a versatile and common term.
Beware of excessive sweating.
While sweating is normal, excessive or unexplained sweating might indicate a medical condition. Consult a doctor if concerned.
Sweat as a sign of hard work.
In Chinese culture, like many others, sweat is often associated with hard work and dedication. Phrases like '挥洒汗水' (huīsǎ hànshuǐ - to shed sweat) emphasize effort and commitment.
Examples
4 of 4今天天气真热，我出门没多久就开始流汗了。
The weather is so hot today; I started sweating not long after going out.
经过一上午的辛勤工作，他已汗流浃背。
After a morning of hard work, he was drenched in sweat.
别担心，面试时有点紧张是正常的，很多人都会流汗。
Don't worry, it's normal to be a bit nervous during an interview; many people sweat.
剧烈运动后，身体会通过排汗来调节体温。
After strenuous exercise, the body regulates its temperature by sweating.
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