添
add; give birth; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesverb
to add; to increase; to supplement
Can be used for concrete objects, abstract concepts, or decorative additions.
He added a spoonful of sugar to this cup of coffee.
Everyone comes to contribute to this event.
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This painting lacks some color, need to add a few strokes.
The factory added thirty machines to expand production.
This team has gained a huge boost in strength, like a tiger with added wings.
verb
to give birth (to a child)
dialectUsed exclusively in informal regional dialects, usually to refer to having a baby.
The neighbor's family had a daughter last month, and the whole family is very happy.
They had been looking forward to it for years, and finally had a big, chubby baby boy.
noun
surname Tian
A common Chinese family name.
Teacher Tian is our Chinese teacher.
I know a Mr. Tian who comes from Zhejiang.