词汇 carbohydrate 在中文的含义

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carbohydrate

US /ˌkɑːr.boʊˈhaɪ.dreɪt/
UK /ˌkɑː.bəʊˈhaɪ.dreɪt/
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名词

碳水化合物

any of a large group of organic compounds occurring in foods and living tissues and including sugars, starch, and cellulose. They contain hydrogen and oxygen in the same ratio as water (2:1) and typically can be broken down to release energy in the animal body.

示例:
Pasta is a good source of carbohydrates.
意大利面是碳水化合物的良好来源。
Athletes often consume high amounts of carbohydrates for energy.
运动员通常摄入大量碳水化合物以获取能量。