fai3 dung6 mak6肺動脈肺动脉
Jyutpingfai3 dung6 mak6
Yalefai duhng mahk
Definition
Pulmonary artery
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How it's used
Medical terminology in Cantonese often mirrors the written Chinese terms used in formal healthcare settings. While patients and doctors use these technical terms during consultations, they are rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing specific health conditions.
Examples
The doctor said there is some blockage in his pulmonary artery.
Pulmonary hypertension is a very serious illness.
Related words
Common phrases
pulmonary hypertension
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Grammar guides
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