苗
seedling; sign; offspring; vaccine; surname
Meanings
7 senses · 34 examplesnoun
seedling; young plant
Often used with measure word "棵" or "株", can be used in diminutive form "苗儿".
The rice seedlings in the field are growing very lushly.
Mom bought fresh pea shoots to stir-fry with eggs.
Show 3 more examplesShow fewer examples
The farmers are watering and fertilizing the vegetable seedlings.
After this rain, the wheat seedlings have all straightened up.
We need to replant some seedlings damaged by the heavy rain.
noun
sign; indication; hint
formalOften used to describe the early signs of a trend, event, or development.
This new policy has already shown its initial signs.
The geological team found mineral deposits and confirmed that there are rich mineral resources here.
Show 3 more examplesShow fewer examples
Recently, there have been signs of a stock market recovery.
The teacher noticed the early signs of student burnout and provided timely counseling.
This rain has brought signs of a good harvest.
noun
offspring; descendant; lineage
literaryOften used in formal or literary contexts, especially when referring to a single remaining family line.
They only have this one remaining child in the family, and the whole family dotes on him very much.
This elderly person is the last surviving descendant of the family and is in charge of organizing the family tree.
Show 2 more examplesShow fewer examples
Ancient nobles attached great importance to passing on their family lineage.
He is the 73rd generation descendant of Confucius.
noun
young livestock; fry
Used for young farm animals or aquatic organisms raised by humans.
The fishermen are stocking the pond with fish fry.
More than ten piglets were just born on the farm.
Show 3 more examplesShow fewer examples
The farm introduced high-quality chicken chicks to expand production.
The survival rate of ducklings last year reached over 95 percent.
Spring is the best time to release shrimp fry.
noun
vaccine
formalStandard term used in medical and public health contexts.
Babies need to receive the smallpox vaccine on schedule.
The BCG vaccine is an effective vaccine for preventing tuberculosis.
Show 3 more examplesShow fewer examples
Major breakthroughs have been made in the development of COVID-19 vaccines.
The community hospital organized free flu vaccine inoculations for residents.
This new vaccine can effectively prevent cervical cancer.
adjective
shaped like a seedling; sprout-like
informalAlmost always used in the diminutive form "苗儿" to describe thin, slender objects.
The candle flame flickered gently.
A wisp of smoke came out of the chimney.
Show 3 more examplesShow fewer examples
The campfire flames lit up the night sky.
The lighter flame is too small to light the firewood.
Turn up the gas stove flame a bit, the fire isn't hot enough.
noun
surname Miao
One of the common Chinese surnames, originated from ancient Chinese clan names.
Teacher Miao is our Chinese teacher.
Mr. Miao is a famous entrepreneur.
Show 3 more examplesShow fewer examples
I know a girl named Miao Xiaoyu.
The surname Miao originated from the State of Chu during the Spring and Autumn Period.
The Miao Family Courtyard is a well-known ancient building locally.