手术
To operate/have surgery
Wörtlich: Hand technique / Hand art
Use `做手术` for any medical operation, from minor dental work to major hospital procedures.
In 15 Sekunden
- Means medical surgery or operation.
- Pair it with 'zuò' (do) or 'dòng' (move) to use as a verb.
- Only use for medical contexts, not business or military.
Bedeutung
This is the standard way to say someone is having or performing a medical operation. It covers everything from a quick stitch-up to major surgery.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Talking about a friend's recovery
他上个星期做了个小手术。
He had a minor surgery last week.
A doctor speaking to a family
手术非常成功，请放心。
The surgery was very successful, please don't worry.
Texting a colleague about absence
我明天要动手术，请假一天。
I'm having surgery tomorrow, so I'm taking a day off.
Kultureller Hintergrund
While surgery is a Western medical import, the term uses 'Shǒu' (hand) to emphasize the surgeon's skill. In modern China, there is a strong cultural emphasis on 'post-surgery recovery' (shùhòu huīfù), often involving specific soups and avoiding 'cold' foods to restore balance.
The 'Move' Verb
If you want to sound like a local, use `动手术` (dòng shǒushù). It sounds less like a textbook and more like real life.
Not for Business
Never use `手术` for business operations. If you say your company needs a `手术`, people will think you are literally cutting up the office!
In 15 Sekunden
- Means medical surgery or operation.
- Pair it with 'zuò' (do) or 'dòng' (move) to use as a verb.
- Only use for medical contexts, not business or military.
What It Means
手术 (shǒushù) literally translates to 'hand technique.' It refers to any medical procedure involving an incision. In English, we use different words for the doctor and the patient. In Chinese, this one term covers the whole event. It is the bridge between a diagnosis and recovery.
How To Use It
To say someone 'has' surgery, use the verb 做 (zuò). For example, 做手术 means 'to have surgery' or 'to perform surgery.' If you want to be specific, put the body part before the word. 眼部手术 means eye surgery. It is a noun, but it acts like a magnet for verbs. You can 'undergo' it, 'observe' it, or 'finish' it. Just don't forget the measure word 个 (gè) when counting them!
When To Use It
You use this in hospitals, obviously. But you also use it when talking to friends about health. If your cat needs a procedure, it is still a 手术. It is the go-to word for any invasive medical fix. Use it when discussing recovery plans or insurance too. It sounds professional but is common enough for daily chat.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use 手术 for non-medical 'operations.' If you are running a business 'operation,' use 运营 (yùnyíng). If you are doing a military 'operation,' use 行动 (xíngdòng). Also, don't use it for minor things like getting a flu shot. That is just 打针 (dǎzhēn). Save 手术 for when the scalpels actually come out.
Cultural Background
In China, the idea of 'cutting the body' was historically a big deal. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) usually focuses on herbs and balance. Western-style surgery became the norm in the 20th century. Today, Chinese hospitals are world leaders in high-tech surgery. However, patients often seek TCM after a 手术 to help the body 'heal its energy' (qi).
Common Variations
You will often hear 动手术 (dòng shǒushù). The word 动 means 'to move' or 'to touch.' It is a more colloquial way to say 'to undergo surgery.' It sounds a bit more active, like 'going under the knife.' In formal reports, you might see 外科手术 (wàikē shǒushù) for 'surgical operation.'
Nutzungshinweise
The phrase is neutral and safe for all settings. Just remember that it is a noun, so it always needs a helper verb like 'do' or 'move' to function as an action.
The 'Move' Verb
If you want to sound like a local, use `动手术` (dòng shǒushù). It sounds less like a textbook and more like real life.
Not for Business
Never use `手术` for business operations. If you say your company needs a `手术`, people will think you are literally cutting up the office!
The Post-Op Gift
If someone you know has a `手术`, it's common to visit with a basket of fruit or flowers, but avoid pears (lí) as the word sounds like 'separation'.
Beispiele
6他上个星期做了个小手术。
He had a minor surgery last week.
Using 'gè' makes it sound more natural and specific.
手术非常成功，请放心。
The surgery was very successful, please don't worry.
A very common comforting phrase in Chinese hospitals.
我明天要动手术，请假一天。
I'm having surgery tomorrow, so I'm taking a day off.
'Dòng' is slightly more informal than 'zuò'.
我的手机坏了，需要给它做个“手术”。
My phone is broken; I need to perform 'surgery' on it.
Using quotes or tone makes this a common humorous metaphor.
手术还要多久才能结束？
How much longer until the surgery is over?
Focuses on the duration of the event.
小狗的手术费太贵了。
The surgery fee for the puppy is too expensive.
Shows 'shǒushù' can be part of a compound noun.
Teste dich selbst
Choose the correct verb to say 'to have surgery'.
医生说明天要给我___手术。
`做` (zuò) is the standard verb meaning 'to do' or 'to perform' in this context.
Identify the correct measure word.
他一共动了三___手术。
`个` (gè) is the general measure word used for surgeries.
🎉 Ergebnis: /2
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Ways to say 'Have Surgery'
Used in casual conversation with friends.
动手术 (dòng shǒushù)
The most common way to say it.
做手术 (zuò shǒushù)
Used in medical reports or news.
进行手术 (jìnxíng shǒushù)
When to use Shǒushù
Hospital Visit
Preparing for a procedure
Pet Care
Taking a cat to the vet
Insurance
Discussing medical costs
Metaphor
Fixing something delicate
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenNo, 手术 is a noun. You need a verb like 做 (zuò) or 动 (dòng) to say 'to have surgery'.
做手术 is neutral and standard. 动手术 is slightly more informal and common in spoken Chinese.
That is 整形手术 (zhěngxíng shǒushù) or simply 整容 (zhěngróng).
Only for major things like wisdom tooth extraction or implants. For a simple cleaning, we don't use it.
You say 手术很成功 (shǒushù hěn chénggōng).
Only as a joke. It implies the repair is very delicate and difficult.
It is 术后 (shùhòu), which is a shortened version of 手术以后.
A surgeon is an 外科医生 (wàikē yīshēng), literally an 'outside-department doctor'.
Yes, you can use 接受手术 (jiēshòu shǒushù), which means 'to receive/accept surgery'.
Yes, it is perfectly fine to use for pets at the veterinarian.
Verwandte Redewendungen
住院
To be hospitalized
康复
To recover / rehabilitation
麻醉
Anesthesia
伤口
Wound / incision
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