农业

农业 refers to the practice of cultivating land, growing crops, and raising livestock. It is a fundamental sector of the economy focused on producing food and raw materials.

The character 农 (nóng) originally meant 'to farm' or 'agricultural,' while 业 (yè) means 'occupation,' 'profession,' or 'industry.' Together, they form a term that describes the entire system of farming and rural production.

Agri-cultural practices have deep roots in Chinese history and are central to the country's identity. Understanding 农业 helps learners grasp the importance of farming in both historical and modern contexts, as well as related terms like 农民 (nóng mín, farmer) and 农村 (nóng cūn, countryside).