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“quarantine” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinjiǎn yì

Example

出境时要接受检疫。chū jìng shí yào jiē shòu jiǎn yì

When leaving the country, you must undergo quarantine.

Illustration for 检疫 (quarantine)

How to say “quarantine” in Chinese

“Quarantine” in Chinese is 检疫 (jiǎn yì).

A public-health screening and control process that detects possible infection and prevents its spread.

Full entry for 检疫: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 检疫

出货前要进行检疫。chū huò qián yào jìn xíng jiǎn yì

Before shipment, quarantine must be carried out.

Tips for using 检疫

  • In English, quarantine often highlights a period of separation, while this Chinese word can cover the checks and protective measures before separation, disinfection, or release.

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