| Pin Yin | Preparation | Example |
| Xian | Fresh, Juicy | Xian Lu Gen, Xian Huo Xiang |
| Sheng | Raw, Uncooked | Sheng Gan Cao, Sheng Di Huang |
| Chao | Toasted, Dry Fried | Chao Bai Zhu, Chao Mai Ya |
| Zhi | Honey Fried | Zhi Gan Cao, Zhi Huang Qi |
| Zhi | Steamed | Zhi Da Huang, Zhi Shou Wu |
| Jiao | Charred, Over Cooked | Jiao Shan Za, Zong Liu Tan |
| Pao | Popped | Pao Jiang, Pao Shan Jia |
| Duan | Calcined | Dan Shi Gao, Dan Mu Li |