节水

• Pinyin: jié shuǐ
• Hanzi breakdown: 节 = 艹 (grass) + 卩 — to save, economize; 水 = water

Meaning

To save water; to conserve water. Reducing water consumption through careful use.

An important concept in environmental protection and sustainable development. Often seen in public campaigns, product labels, and government initiatives. Can be used as a verb or as a modifier (e.g., 节水设备 water-saving equipment).

Examples

1. 政府推出了一系列节水措施来应对干旱危机。 The government has introduced a series of water-saving measures to address the drought crisis.
2. 这款洗衣机采用了最新的节水技术。 This washing machine uses the latest water-saving technology.
3. 学校开展了节水宣传活动，培养学生的环保意识。 The school launched a water conservation campaign to cultivate students' environmental awareness.

Usage Guide

Context: environment, sustainability, public policy

Tone: practical

Do Say

• 我们都应该节水节电。(We should all save water and electricity.)
• 这是一款节水型马桶。(This is a water-saving toilet.)

Don't Say

• 用'节水'形容减少其他液体 (Don't use 节水 for conserving other liquids — it's specifically for water)

Origin & History

Composed of 节 (to economize; to save) + 水 (water). A modern compound describing water conservation.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal