检测

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Character Breakdown

Usage and Meaning

The word "检测" (jiǎncè) combines the characters for "to check/examine" () and "to measure/survey" (). It is commonly used to describe the process of testing, inspecting, or measuring something to determine its condition or quality. This can apply to medical tests, quality control in manufacturing, environmental monitoring, and more.

Common Contexts

  • Medical testing: virus detection, blood tests, etc.
  • Quality control: checking products for defects or standards.
  • Environmental testing: measuring water or air quality.

Collocations and Patterns

These collocations highlight the word's frequent use in formal or technical contexts.

Nuances

"检测" often implies a systematic or technical process rather than casual checking. It is more formal than simply "检查" (to check) and usually involves instruments or scientific methods.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "检测" with "检查". While both involve checking, "检查" is broader and can mean a general inspection or examination, including visual or manual checks. "检测" specifically refers to testing or measuring, often with tools or devices.

Example Sentences

The hospital conducts virus testing on all admitted patients.

This machine can automatically detect quality problems in products.

We need to test whether the water quality meets safety standards.