体检

The Chinese word 体检 (tǐjiǎn) is a compound word consisting of two characters: 体 (tǐ), meaning "body", and 检 (jiǎn), meaning "to inspect" or "to examine". Together, these characters form the word "physical examination".The word 体检 first appeared in the Chinese language during the Qing dynasty (1644-1912). It was originally used to refer to the physical examinations that were conducted on imperial officials before they were allowed to take up their posts. Over time, the word came to be used more broadly to refer to any type of physical examination.Today, 体检 is a common word in Chinese. It is used in both formal and informal settings, and it is understood by people of all ages and educational backgrounds. The word can be used as a noun, a verb, or an adjective.As a noun, 体检 refers to the act of having a physical examination. For example, a person might say 我要去体检 (wǒ yào qù tǐjiǎn), which means "I'm going to have a physical examination".As a verb, 体检 means "to have a physical examination". For example, a person might say 我体检了 (wǒ tǐjiǎn le), which means "I had a physical examination".As an adjective, 体检 means "related to a physical examination". For example, a person might say 体检报告 (tǐjiǎn bàogào), which means "physical examination report".The word 体检 is an important part of the Chinese language. It is a versatile word that can be used in a variety of contexts. By understanding the etymology of this word, HSK learners can gain a deeper understanding of the Chinese language and culture.