器官

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Character Breakdown

Understanding 器官 (qì guān)

The word 器官 primarily refers to an organ within a living organism, especially in physiology. It denotes parts of the body with specific functions, such as the heart, lungs, or liver. It can also be used more broadly to describe functional parts of plants or mechanical apparatuses, but this is less common in everyday conversation.

Usage and Context

When using 器官, speakers usually refer to biological organs. For example, 心脏 (heart) and (lungs) are common collocations. It is a formal term often found in medical or scientific contexts rather than casual speech.

Common Collocations

  • 呼吸器官 (hū xī qì guān): respiratory organs, used in medical or biological discussions.
  • 器官 (qì guān yí zhí): organ transplant, a common phrase in healthcare.
  • 重要器官 (zhòng yào qì guān): important organs, emphasizing critical body parts.

Tips

Avoid confusing 器官 with (qì xiè), which means instruments or equipment. 器官 specifically refers to biological organs. When talking about tools or devices, is used alone or with other characters.

Use 器官 when discussing anatomy, biology, or medicine to sound precise and professional.

Example Sentences

The heart is an important organ in the human body, responsible for pumping

The doctor examined his respiratory organs and confirmed there were no

Plants also have their own organs, such as roots, stems, and leaves.