药 (yào)
noun · Beginner · Body & Health
Meaning
English: Medicine
Something you take to treat an illness.
Examples
🗣 请按时吃药。
💬 Please take your medicine on time.
Etymology
‘药’ (yào) originates from the ancient medicinal practices, derived from the notion of healing. Historically, it encompasses a range of substances used for treatment, evolving with the practices of traditional and modern medicine.
How & Where It’s Used
‘药’ is used in both formal and informal contexts, primarily in spoken and written language, relevant in healthcare, pharmacy, and conversations about treatment. It is uniformly understood in various regions.
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