中医
English meaning: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Chinese (Simpl.) Definition
(中文)中医是中国传统医学体系,以阴阳五行、气血经络为理论基础,运用中药、针灸、推拿等方法防治疾病。
English Definition
A comprehensive system of medicine developed in China over 3,000 years, based on the concepts of Qi (气, vital energy), Yin-Yang balance, and the Five Elements (五行). TCM includes herbal medicine, acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and dietary therapy. The WHO officially recognizes TCM in its International Classification of Diseases. TCM has parallels with India's Ayurvedic system.
Example
“中医以整体观念为核心,强调人与自然的和谐统一。”
In English: “TCM takes a holistic view as its core, emphasizing the harmonious unity of humans and nature.”
Synonyms
- 传统医学
- 中国医学
Antonyms / Opposites
- 西医
Literary Heritage
“知足者富。强行者有志。不失其所者久。死而不亡者寿。”
/Zhī zú zhě fù. Qiǎng xíng zhě yǒu zhì. Bù shī qí suǒ zhě jiǔ. Sǐ ér bù wáng zhě shòu./
“Those who know contentment are rich. Those who persevere have will. Those who do not lose their place endure. Those who die but are not forgotten have longevity.”
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Language information
- Language
- 中文
- Chinese (Simpl.)
- Script
- Han
- Family
- Sino-Tibetan
- Speakers
- 1.1B