打针 (dǎ zhēn) — to have or give an injection
Definition
Everyday spoken verb for 'to give or get an injection.' 注射 is the formal/medical term, typically used in writing or by professionals.
verb
to have or give an injection
Examples
- 打针。Wǒ míng tiān yào qù yī yuàn dǎ zhēn.I need to go to the hospital tomorrow for an injection.
- ，。Zuó tiān wǒ dǎ le yì zhēn, xiàn zài bú tòng le.I had a shot yesterday, and now it doesn't hurt.
- 打针。Hù shi zhèng zài gěi bìng rén dǎ zhēn.The nurse is giving the patient an injection.
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