茁 (zhuó) - To grow vigorously and healthily & thriving

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zhuó ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 艹

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茁 · zhuó

To grow vigorously and healthily;

thriving;

luxuriant;

describes the healthy growth of plants.

To grow vigorously and healthilythrivingluxuriant

Usage highlights

Grow vigorouslyVigorous and healthyThriving seedlingsHealthy growthLuxuriant plantsStrong and sturdy

Synonyms

  • 茂盛— luxuriant; flourishing
  • 繁茂— lush; thickly grown
  • 旺盛— vigorous; exuberant

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The seedlings are growing vigorously (茁壮成长).
  • The young generation thrives (茁壮的一代).
  • The bamboo shoots sprout healthily (竹笋茁壮地生长).

Collocations

  • Grow vigorously(茁壮成长)
  • Vigorous and healthy(茁壮)
  • Thriving seedlings(茁壮的幼苗)
  • Healthy growth(茁壮生长)
  • Luxuriant plants(茁茂)
  • Strong and sturdy(茁实)

Idioms

  • Grow up strong and healthy(茁壮成长)
  • Vigorous and thriving(茁茁壮壮)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used to describe the healthy growth of plants, especially in agricultural contexts.
  • Commonly extended metaphorically to describe the healthy development of children, youth, or enterprises.

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