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炎
yán
Description
“炎”常常和别的字一起用，表示很热或者身体发炎的意思。
"炎" is often used with other characters to indicate heat or inflammation in the body.
比如“发炎”就是身体某个地方红红的、痛痛的。
For example, "发炎" means a part of the body is red and painful.
Meanings
炎yán
inflammation (used in medical terms)
我的喉咙发炎了。
My throat is inflamed.
炎yán
very hot; scorching
夏天很炎热。
Summer is very hot.
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Notes
- Etymology
two 火 (fire) stacked, showing intense heat.
- Nuance
rarely used alone; usually part of compounds like 炎热 or 发炎.
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