饱
full; plump; sufficient; satisfy
Meanings
5 senses · 25 examplesadjective
full (after eating)
Used to describe having eaten enough food, opposite of 饿
I'm already full, I don't want to eat anymore.
This bowl of rice is too much, I'll get full before I finish it.
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The food Mom made is so delicious, I ate until I was full.
He said he wasn't full at all.
Don't eat too full before bed, it will affect your sleep.
adjective
plump; full
Used to describe grains, fruits, or other solid objects that are full and well-developed
This year's rice grew very well, the grains are especially plump.
Plump corn can be sold for a higher price.
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His speech was filled with full enthusiasm.
Fresh grapes look very plump.
The plump flower buds are about to bloom.
adverb
fully; thoroughly
formalUsed before a verb to indicate that the action is done to a full, thorough extent
The face of the man who has endured all kinds of hardships is covered with traces of time.
This elderly man has read extensively and has profound knowledge.
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This war finally brought peace to the people who had endured years of warfare.
She has fully tasted the hardships of life.
He thoroughly viewed the magnificent rivers and mountains of his motherland.
verb
satisfy (an appetite)
Used to describe fully enjoying something visual, auditory, or sensory
This art exhibition gave me a great visual treat.
Vacationing by the sea let us enjoy wonderful sounds of the waves.
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The delicious food at this restaurant gave diners a great culinary treat.
This concert gave music lovers a wonderful auditory experience.
Visiting the Forbidden City gave me a great visual treat and let me appreciate the elegance of ancient imperial architecture.
verb
line one's pockets; embezzle
formalFormal, derogatory term for embezzling public funds or resources for personal gain
Some officials embezzled military pay to line their own pockets, seriously harming the interests of the military.
The company's executives were exposed for using various means to embezzle funds for their own personal gain.
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This kind of corrupt behavior is just to line one's own pockets.
The contractor cut corners to line their own pockets, leading to a serious decline in project quality.
Public officials are strictly prohibited from using their power to embezzle funds for personal gain.