新陈代谢

xīnchén-dàixiè

metabolism (biology)

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Understanding 新陈代谢 (Metabolism)

新陈代谢 refers to the biological process where the body breaks down and synthesizes substances to maintain life. It is a fundamental concept in health and biology.

Usage in Daily Life

People often talk about 新陈代谢 when discussing exercise, diet, aging, or health issues. For example, speeding up 新陈代谢 is commonly linked to weight loss.

Common Collocations

Important Notes

新陈代谢 is a noun and usually appears in scientific or health-related contexts. It is not used as a verb. Avoid confusing it with general terms for energy or digestion. When used, it often implies a physiological process rather than a metaphorical one.

Example Sentences

运动可以加快新陈代谢,有助于减肥。

Yùndòng kěyǐ jiākuài xīnchén dàixiè, yǒuzhù yú jiǎnféi.

Exercise can speed up metabolism and help with weight loss.

随着年龄增长,新陈代谢会逐渐变慢。

Suízhe niánlíng zēngzhǎng, xīnchén dàixiè huì zhújiàn biàn màn.

As age increases, metabolism gradually slows down.

新陈代谢失调可能导致身体不适。

Xīnchén dàixiè shītiáo kěnéng dǎozhì shēntǐ bùshì.

Metabolic disorders can cause physical discomfort.