茁
sprout; thrive; flourish
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to sprout; to bud; to germinate
formalDescribes the initial growth stage of plants.
After the spring rain, the wheat seedlings in the field began to sprout.
Bamboo shoots sprout underground, waiting to break through the soil in spring.
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In early spring, the buds on willow branches begin to sprout.
The seedlings in the greenhouse sprout quickly.
This spring rain made all the flowers and plants in the garden sprout new buds.
adjective
vigorous; thriving; flourishing
neutralMost commonly used in the fixed phrase 茁壮, describing healthy, strong growth of plants or even people.
The trees in this forest grow very vigorously.
The corn carefully cultivated by the farmer grows strongly.
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After careful care, the young saplings have become strong and vigorous.
Children grow up strong and healthy under the sun and rain.
This variety of rice is more vigorous than ordinary rice.