duk6 sou3毒素
Jyutpingduk6 sou3
Yaleduhk sou
Definition
Toxin; poisonous substance.
neutralhealthbody
How it's used
Used primarily in health, beauty, and scientific contexts, this term often appears in discussions about detoxifying the body. It carries a slightly more formal or clinical tone compared to the simple word 毒. You will frequently hear it in advertisements for health supplements or skincare products promising to remove impurities.
Examples
Drinking more water can flush out the toxins inside your body.
Will this type of chemical produce a lot of toxins?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is mean or spiteful, as it refers specifically to biological or chemical poisons. For a person with a toxic personality, use 毒男 or 惡毒 instead.
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Grammar guides
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