noun HSK 5
thin film · membrane · thin layer
Meaning
薄膜 refers to a very thin layer or film of material. It can describe biological membranes, plastic films, or thin coatings used in technology and science. The word combines 薄 (thin) with 膜 (membrane/film) to literally mean 'thin membrane.'
Usage
This term is commonly used in scientific, technical, and industrial contexts. In everyday life, it often refers to plastic wrap or protective films on electronics. In biology and medicine, it describes cellular membranes or tissue layers.
Examples
- 01这个手机屏幕上贴了一层保护薄膜。.There's a protective film on this phone screen.
- 02太阳能电池使用了特殊的薄膜材料。.Solar cells use special thin film materials.
Characters
Measure words
- 层一层薄膜
- 张一张薄膜
Common collocations
- 塑料薄膜plastic film
- 薄膜材料film material
- 一层薄膜a layer of film
- 薄膜技术thin film technology
Origin
膜 originally referred to a thin layer of tissue or skin. Combined with 薄 (thin), the compound emphasizes the extremely thin nature of the layer or covering.