joek6 syu1藥書药书
Jyutpingjoek6 syu1
Yaleyeuhk syū
Definition
Medical books, pharmacopoeias, or texts on medicine.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to books containing knowledge about traditional Chinese medicine or herbal remedies rather than general medical textbooks. It carries a slightly traditional or scholarly nuance, often implying a focus on natural ingredients and historical healing practices.
Measure word
bun2本búnExamples
He has many medical books at home and is always studying how to treat illnesses.
Related words
Common phrases
collect medical books
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 西醫書, which refers to modern Western medical textbooks. Using 藥書 to describe a standard anatomy or surgery textbook will sound confusing to native speakers.
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Grammar guides
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