English–Chinese
“substance” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinwù zhì
Example
这些物质可以回收。zhè xiē wù zhì ké yǐ huí shōu
These substances can be recycled.
How to say “substance” in Chinese
“Substance” in Chinese is 物质 (wù zhì).
The physical stuff that makes up an object and can be sensed or measured.
Example sentences with 物质
经济发展需要坚实的物质基础。jīng jì fā zhǎn xū yào jiān shí de wù zhì jī chǔ
Economic development needs a solid material foundation.
Tips for using 物质
- In conversational Chinese, this word often sounds more technical than the casual word for an ordinary thing, so it is especially useful in science, manufacturing, and environmental talk.