药性 (yào xìng) — property of a medicine (e.g., its nature, potency, or effect)
Definition
A technical term from traditional Chinese medicine referring to the inherent properties of a medicine — its nature (e.g. hot/cold), taste, and effect on the body. Used mainly in TCM contexts.
noun
property of a medicine (e.g., its nature, potency, or effect)
Examples
- 药性。Zhè zhǒng zhōng yào de yào xìng hěn wēn hé.The property of this Chinese medicine is very mild.
- 药性。Yī shēng gēn jù yào xìng lái tiáo zhěng yào fāng.The doctor adjusts the prescription based on the medicine's properties.
- 药性。Bù tóng de yào xìng jué dìng le yào wù de gōng xiào.Different properties determine the efficacy of the medicine.
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