Definitions
n. Either of the two chest organs used for breathing.
肺
Example
The doctor listened to my lungs through a stethoscope.
医生用听诊器听了听我的肺部。
Long periods of exposure to polluted air can damage the lungs and increase the risk of respiratory disease.
长期接触受污染的空气可能损伤肺部，并增加患呼吸系统疾病的风险。
Collocations
- lung disease
- lung capacity
- lung cancer
Usage tip
单个肺用lung；谈双肺或肺部通常用lungs。
FAQ
- What does lung mean?
- Either of the two chest organs used for breathing.
- How is lung pronounced?
- UK /lʌŋ/, US /lʌŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
