Meaning and Usage
"家禽" refers specifically to domesticated birds raised for food or other purposes, such as chickens, ducks, and geese. It is a formal term often used in agricultural, market, and veterinary contexts.
Common Collocations
- 家禽市场 (poultry market): refers to places where domesticated birds are bought and sold.
- 家禽养殖 (poultry farming): the practice of raising domesticated birds.
- 家禽疾病 (poultry diseases): illnesses affecting domesticated birds.
Usage Notes
When using "家禽," speakers typically emphasize the domesticated and farmed aspect of birds, distinguishing them from wild birds (野禽). It is less common in casual conversation but frequent in news reports, farming discussions, and food industry contexts.
Avoiding Confusion
Do not confuse "家禽" with "禽类" which can refer more broadly to all birds including wild species. "家禽" always implies domestication and farming.