Chinese

yán
Meaning: inflammation; burning; scorching
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

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Handwriting

炎

Example sentences

In the scorching summer, going to the seaside to swim is the most comfortable.
他因急性腸胃炎被送往醫院急診。
他因急性肠胃炎被送往医院急诊。
He was rushed to the hospital emergency room due to acute gastroenteritis.
哥哥因急性腸胃炎被送往醫院掛急診。
哥哥因急性肠胃炎被送往医院挂急诊。
My older brother was sent to the hospital for emergency treatment due to acute gastroenteritis.

Usage Notes

Refers to fire rising, extreme heat, or medical inflammation.

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