zi6 jin4 fo1 hok6自然科學自然科学
Jyutpingzi6 jin4 fo1 hok6
Yalejih yìhn fō hohk
Definition
The natural sciences, including physics, chemistry, and biology.
neutralschool
How it's used
Academic terms like this are often borrowed directly from written Chinese and used in formal or educational contexts. In casual conversation, people are much more likely to refer to specific subjects like 物理 or 生物 rather than using this umbrella term. It carries a slightly formal tone, similar to how one might discuss academic disciplines in a classroom setting.
Examples
They studied natural sciences at university.
Are you interested in the natural sciences?
Related words
Common phrases
Department of Natural Sciences
natural science research
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Grammar guides
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