zi1 zat1脂質脂质
Jyutpingzi1 zat1
Yalejī jāt
Definition
Lipid.
neutralhealthfood
How it's used
Used primarily in scientific, medical, or nutritional contexts rather than in casual conversation. While it covers fats, oils, and waxes, it is rarely heard in daily life unless discussing health reports or food labels. Most people prefer using 脂肪 when talking about body fat or dietary fat in general.
Examples
This snack has a very high lipid content.
The doctor said I need to control my lipid intake.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe someone being overweight or having body fat, as it sounds overly clinical and technical. Use 脂肪 instead for everyday health discussions.
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Grammar guides
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