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

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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