Chinese
yàogāo
Meaning: ointment; medicated cream
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

這種藥膏對跌打損傷非常有效。
这种药膏对跌打损伤非常有效。
This ointment is very effective for bruises and injuries.
他在傷口上敷了一些藥膏。
He applied some ointment on the wound.
他在傷口上塗抹了一些藥膏。
He applied some ointment to the wound.
這款藥膏對於治療跌打損傷非常有效。
This ointment is very effective for treating injuries from falls and strikes.

Usage Notes

Refers to thick, medicated substances applied externally to the skin.

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