coeng4腸肠
Jyutpingcoeng4
Yalechèuhng
Definition
Intestines; the long tubular organs used to digest food and absorb nutrients.
neutralbodyhealth
How it's used
Refers specifically to the internal organs responsible for digestion. It is frequently paired with 胃 to form the compound 腸胃, which is the standard way to talk about one's digestive health or stomach condition in daily life.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
Their stomach and intestines feel very uncomfortable after eating.
Do you know the difference between the large intestine and the small intestine?
Related words
Common phrases
digestive system or stomach health
large intestine
small intestine
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 腸仔, which refers to a sausage. While both share the same character, the context of eating usually clarifies whether you are talking about anatomy or a snack.
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