zan3 tung3鎮痛镇痛
Jyutpingzan3 tung3
Yalejan tung
Definition
To relieve or suppress pain.
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How it's used
Primarily used in medical or formal contexts, this term is rarely used as a standalone verb in casual speech. It is most frequently encountered as a modifier in compound words like 鎮痛藥 or 鎮痛貼. When describing the act of relieving pain in daily conversation, speakers typically prefer more descriptive phrases like 止痛 or 紓緩痛楚.
Examples
Your headache is so severe, take an analgesic pill.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this as a direct verb for everyday aches, as it sounds overly clinical or technical. For common situations like a headache or toothache, use 止痛 instead.
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