jau3 miu4幼苗
Jyutpingjau3 miu4
Yaleyau mìuh
Definition
A seedling; a newly sprouted plant; can also refer metaphorically to a child or the new generation.
- seedling; a newly sprouted plant
- figurativea child or a member of the new generation
neutralnature
How it's used
Beyond the literal meaning of a young plant, this term is frequently used metaphorically to describe children or the younger generation. It carries a sense of potential and the need for careful nurturing to ensure healthy growth. You will often hear it in educational or social contexts when discussing the development of youth.
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fo2棵fóExamples
These seedlings are very fragile and need careful looking after.
Why haven't you watered these few seedlings?
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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