枝
tree branch; measure word; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 12 examplesnoun
tree branch; twig
Often used with the diminutive suffix 儿 in colloquial speech.
The twigs of this willow tree grow very luxuriantly.
A small bird is singing on the tree branch.
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Mom broke a willow twig to weave into a hat.
The autumn wind blew branches all over the ground.
Pink flowers are in full bloom on the peach tree branches.
measure word
measure word for flowering branches
Also used interchangeably with 支 for certain objects like pens or flowers in modern usage.
A plum blossom branch is inserted in the vase.
She bought three rose branches to give to her mom.
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The osmanthus branches in the yard emit a strong fragrance.
The teacher asked each of us to bring a willow branch for a craft project.
During the Spring Festival, every household will put up a winter plum branch.
noun
surname Zhi
A relatively rare Chinese family name.
Teacher Zhi is our Chinese language teacher.
I know an uncle whose surname is Zhi.