波涛
wave; ripple; transmit
Meanings
4 senses · 9 examplesnoun
large wave; big ripple
Can be used to describe natural water waves or metaphorical surges of emotion/activity.
Ten thousand hectares of waves glint in the sunlight.
The sea surface is rough with huge waves, making it hard for ships to sail.
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The storm stirred up layer upon layer of large waves.
The waves of the Qiantang River tidal bore are very spectacular.
Hearing this news, a surge of emotions welled up in his heart.
noun
wave; ripple; small swell
Basic general term for water ripples or wave-like movements.
A breeze blew across the lake, rippling layer upon layer of waves.
Sound waves are a type of mechanical wave.
verb
to wave; to ripple; to vibrate
Used to describe the movement of liquids or similar wave-like motions.
Spring breezes blow across the lake, making the water glint with rippling light.
verb
to transmit; to spread
formalOften used in formal or technical contexts.
His speech and its influence spread widely.