Definition
适量 (shì liàng) specifically means 'appropriate in quantity' — it's used for amounts of things like medicine, salt, or water. Its near-synonym 适度 (shì dù) is broader, meaning 'moderate in degree or extent' (e.g., moderate exercise, appropriate level), not limited to countable amounts.
adjective
moderateappropriate in amount
Examples
- 适量。Chī yào shí yào ànzhào yīshēng shuō de shì liàng fúyòng.When taking medicine, take the appropriate amount as directed by the doctor.
- 适量。Zuò fàn shí fàng shì liàng de yán jiù kěyǐ le.When cooking, just put in the appropriate amount of salt.
- 适量。Měi gè rén měitiān dōu yào hē shì liàng de shuǐ.Everyone should drink a moderate amount of water every day.
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