ng5 zong6 luk6 fu2五臟六腑五脏六腑
Jyutpingng5 zong6 luk6 fu2
Yaleńgh johng luhk fú
Definition
The internal organs of the human body.
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How it's used
Refers to the traditional Chinese medical concept of the body's internal systems rather than just the physical organs themselves. It is frequently used in a metaphorical sense to describe something that affects one's entire being or deep inner state. You will often hear it in contexts involving health, wellness, or intense physical discomfort.
Examples
He is so sick that all his internal organs feel uncomfortable.
This kind of medicine can regulate the vital organs.
Related words
Common phrases
to regulate the vital internal organs
Common mistake
Do not use this to refer to specific medical organs in a modern clinical setting, as it is a term rooted in traditional Chinese medicine. Using it to describe a specific organ like a heart or liver will sound archaic or overly dramatic.
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