医生

yī shēng

doctor

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The word 医生 (yīshēng) specifically refers to a medical doctor, a professional who diagnoses and treats illnesses. It is a common and essential noun used in everyday conversation when discussing health, medical visits, or advice.

Common Collocations

  • 医生 (kàn yīshēng): to see a doctor, used when visiting a doctor for consultation or treatment.
  • 医生 (értóng yīshēng): pediatrician, a doctor specializing in children's health.
  • 医生建议 (yīshēng jiànyì): doctor's advice, often used when reporting medical recommendations.

Usage Notes

When using 医生, it usually implies a licensed medical professional. It is polite and neutral, suitable for formal and informal contexts. Avoid confusing 医生 with 护士 (nurse) or 医院 (hospital). 医生 focuses on the person, not the place or other medical staff.

Example Sentences

我明天要去看医生,因为我感冒了。

Wǒ míngtiān yào qù kàn yīshēng, yīnwèi wǒ gǎnmào le.

I will see a doctor tomorrow because I have a cold.

医生建议我多休息,少吃油腻的食物。

Yīshēng jiànyì wǒ duō xiūxi, shǎo chī yóunì de shíwù.

The doctor advised me to rest more and eat less greasy food.

她是一名儿科医生,专门治疗小孩子的疾病。

Tā shì yī míng értóng yīshēng, zhuānmén zhìliáo xiǎo háizi de jíbìng.

She is a pediatric doctor who specializes in treating children's illnesses.