监测

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Meaning and Usage

The word 监测 (jiāncè) means to monitor and measure something, often referring to observing changes or conditions over time. It is commonly used in scientific, medical, environmental, and governmental contexts where continuous or systematic observation is required.

Common Contexts

  • Environmental monitoring (e.g., air quality, pollution)
  • Medical monitoring (e.g., vital signs of patients)
  • Scientific data collection and observation
  • Surveillance of systems or processes

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

When using 监测, the focus is on both supervision and measurement, implying a systematic and often technological process. It differs from 观察 (observe) which is more general and less technical. Avoid confusing 监测 with 监控, which emphasizes control and surveillance rather than measurement.

Summary

Use 监测 when you want to express the idea of carefully supervising and measuring changes or conditions, especially in formal or technical settings.

Example Sentences

Scientists are monitoring changes in air quality.

The hospital uses advanced equipment to monitor patients' vital signs.

Government agencies conduct 24-hour monitoring of environmental pollution.