Science Vocabulary in Chinese
A collection of words related to Science in Chinese. Ideal for beginners to learn essential Science terminologies.
信息 (xìn xī)
information
The Chinese word '信息' is used in exactly the same way as the English word 'information'. It refers to collected facts and data about a specific subject. You can use it in sentences like '这是什么信息？' (What information is this?)
分析 (fēn xī)
analysis
The Chinese word for 'analysis' is '分析'. This word is used in similar contexts as the English word 'analysis'. It is mainly used when dividing a complex topic into simpler parts to understand it.
划分 (huàfēn)
divide
The Chinese word '划分' refers to the action of dividing something into parts. It is often used when discussing the division of tasks, resources, geographical areas, etc.
Example sentences with 划分 →动物学 (dòng wù xué)
zoology
Zoology, or '动物学' in Chinese, is the branch of biology that studies the animal kingdom. The term is commonly used in Chinese academia and scientific conversation, just as its use in English.
化学 (huà xué)
chemistry
The Chinese word for chemistry, '化学', is used in similar contexts as in English, referring to the scientific study of the properties and behavior of matter. It can be used both in educational and professional situations, and it includes the study of substances, compounds, and their reactions.
地质学 (dì zhì xué)
geology
In Chinese, '地质学' refers to the study of the solid Earth, the rocks of which it is composed, and the processes by which they change over time. It can be used in various contexts including academic, scientific research, and industry discussions.
基因 (jī yīn)
gene
In Chinese, '基因' is the exact translation of the English term 'gene'. It is often used in the fields of biology and genetics, representing the fundamental physical and functional units of heredity. Specific characteristics could be determined by '基因' in an organism.
Example sentences with 基因 →天文学 (tiān wén xué)
astronomy
In Chinese, '天文学' is the term used to refer to the scientific study of celestial objects, space, and the physical universe as a whole. It is used in the same context as the English word 'astronomy'.
数 (shù)
number
The Chinese term for 'number' is '数'. It can be used in the same context as the English word 'number', to represent or count quantitative values, order of items, or to indicate the place of something in a series or sequence. It is an essential term in the language as it is used in various situations and contexts such as in mathematics, statistics, numbering lists, etc.
数学 (shù xué)
mathematics
In Chinese, 数学 (shù xué) refers to the study of numbers, shapes, and patterns, known as mathematics in English. It is a fundamental discipline in China's education system, used in various fields such as science, engineering, economics, and many more. The term 数学 can be used in various contexts just like mathematics in English, such as discussing a person's mathematical ability, specific mathematical theories, or the general discipline of mathematics.
数据 (shù jù)
data
In China, '数据' is a commonly used word in the field of technology and programming. It refers to a collection of facts, statistics, or information that are represented in various forms. You will often see '数据' used when discussing big data, data analysis, data storage or any other IT related topics.
方法 (fāngfǎ)
method
The Chinese word '方法' is used similarly to the English word 'method.' It refers to a particular procedure for accomplishing or approaching something. This is commonly used in various contexts, especially when discussing ways to solve problems or complete tasks.
气象学 (qì xiàng xué)
Meteorology
In Chinese, 'meteorology' is known as '气象学'. This term is commonly used in science fields and lays the foundation for the phenomenon of weather and climate studies. Like in English, this word applies to the analysis, forecast of weather, and the understanding of the atmospheric factors that influence our environment and weather conditions.
海洋学 (hǎiyángxué)
Oceanography
In Chinese, '海洋学' (hǎiyángxué) is used to refer the branch of Earth Science that studies the ocean. It includes marine organisms and ecosystem dynamics, ocean currents and waves, plate tectonics and the geology of the sea floor, and the chemical and physical properties of the ocean. It is commonly used in academic and scientific contexts.
点 (diǎn)
point
In Chinese, '点' is used as a noun or verb similar to the English 'point'. As a noun, it can mean a location or a specific point in time. As a verb, it can be used to mean to select or to point at something. But like many Chinese words, it has multiple meanings depending on context.
燃料 (rán liào)
fuel
In Chinese, '燃料' is used to refer to a material such as coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power. It can be used in various contexts, for example to talk about types of fuel used in vehicles or to generate electricity.
物理 (wù lǐ)
physics
The Chinese word for 'physics' is '物理'. This term is used similarly to how we use 'physics' in English, mostly in the context of education and scientific study. It's utilized when discussing or studying the basic principles of matter and energy, including heat, light, radiation, sound, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of atoms.
物理的 (wù lǐ de)
physical
In Chinese language, the word 'physical' translates to '物理的' (wù lǐ de). It is used in the same contexts as its English counterpart, such as in phrases pertaining to physical health, physical properties, or physical education, among others. Always note the context of the sentence when using this translation.
理论 (li3 lun4)
theory
The Chinese term '理论' can be used in the same context as 'theory' in English. It is used to refer to a system of ideas intended to explain something, especially one based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained. It can be used in academic and scientific contexts.
生态学 (shēng tài xué)
ecology
The Chinese word '生态学' is typically used in academic related to environment studies. It encompasses the study of interactions among organisms and their environment, concerning about biodiversity, distribution, population, and behaviors. This term is frequently used in discussions regarding environmental policy and conservation efforts.
生活 (shēng huó)
life
'生活' is the Chinese word for 'life'. With the combination of the words '生', which means 'birth' or 'existence', and '活', which means 'living' or 'activity', it signifies the existence and activities that make up life. This word is used broadly, in the same contexts that we would use 'life' in English, such as talking about daily life (日常生活), life expectancy (预期寿命), or life lessons (生活教训).
生物学 (shēng wù xué)
biology
In Chinese, 生物学 is used to refer to the study of life and living organisms, including their physical structure, chemical processes, molecular interactions, physiological mechanisms, development, and evolution. It is used in the same way the English word 'biology' is used.
电子 (diànzǐ)
electronic
The Chinese word '电子' refers to the same concept as the English word 'electronic'. It is used to describe things that are made or done with electronics or electronic equipment, such as electronic devices, electronic music and electronic books, etc.
Example sentences with 电子 →病毒 (bìngdú)
virus
In Chinese, 病毒 (bìngdú) is used in the same context as in English, referring to a type of microorganism that can cause contagious diseases in living organisms, including humans. It can also refer metaphorically to something harmful that spreads rapidly and widely. For example, computer virus in Chinese is also called '电脑病毒'
Example sentences with 病毒 →研究 (yán jiū)
research
The Chinese word '研究' is used to refer to a detailed study or examination to discover and explain new knowledge. It can be used in various contexts including academic, scientific, business, etc. Just like in English, it can serve as both a noun and a verb.
科学 (kē xué)
science
In Chinese, '科学' (kē xué) is the term for 'science'. It is used in the same context as in English, referring to a systematic and structured body of knowledge involving testable explanations and predictions about the universe. It can be used in various contexts, such as in phrases about specific sciences (like '物理科学' for 'physical science') or in general discussions about scientific concepts or methods.
细胞 (xì bāo)
cell
The Chinese word '细胞' is often used to describe the smallest structural and functional unit of an organism. It might typically be used in a similar context as its English equivalent 'cell', in scientific and biological discussions. It also covers wider figurative meanings whenever the context allows.
能量 (néng liàng)
energy
The Chinese word '能量' is used to denote energy in both the physical and metaphysical sense. It can refer to kinetic, potential, thermal, electrical, chemical, nuclear, or other various forms of energy. Additionally, in a broader and more abstract context, it can also be used to express 'vitality' or 'vigorousness'.
铁 (tiě)
iron
The Chinese word for 'iron' is '铁'. This word can be used in a variety of contexts, similar to how it is used in English. It can refer to the specific metal substance, objects made from iron, or figuratively in expressions to symbolize strength or stubbornness.
Example sentences with 铁 →银 (yín)
silver
The Chinese word for silver is 银 (yín). The term can be used in much the same ways as it is in English. It most commonly refers to the metallic element, but can also be used to describe the silver color. It's also used in phrases and idioms, similar to the use in English literature and speech.