noun
Jing
JIHNG
Jing (noun) means In traditional Chinese medicine, a vital essence stored in the kidneys believed to be the foundation of physical health and long life. Example: “Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine say jing depletes naturally with age.”
noun
1
In traditional Chinese medicine, a vital essence stored in the kidneys believed to be the foundation of physical health and long life.
"Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine say jing depletes naturally with age."
How to use Jing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA concept from Chinese medicine describing the body's core life-essence.
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like Jing.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Plural
- Jings
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine say _____ depletes naturally with age.
Etymology
Borrowed from Mandarin jīng.
Rhymes for Jing
See all rhymes for Jing →Frequently asked questions
What does “Jing” mean?
The word “Jing” means in traditional Chinese medicine, a vital essence stored in the kidneys believed to be the foundation of physical health and long life. In plain terms, a concept from Chinese medicine describing the body's core life-essence.
How do you pronounce “Jing”?
“Jing” is pronounced JIHNG (/ˈd͡ʒɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Jing” in a sentence?
Here is “Jing” used in a sentence: “Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine say jing depletes naturally with age.”
What part of speech is “Jing”?
“Jing” is a noun.
