zyut3茁

Jyutpingzyut3

Yalejyut

Definition

To grow vigorously; to display vigorous new growth.

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How it's used

Primarily used in the set phrase 茁壯, which describes healthy and robust development. It is almost exclusively applied to children or plants, carrying a positive connotation of vitality. You will rarely hear it used as a standalone verb in casual conversation.

Examples

le1呢zik6植mat6物zyut3茁zong3壯sing4成zoeng2長gan2緊。

This plant is growing vigorously.

siu2小pang4朋jau5友zyut3茁zong3壯sing4成zoeng2長，zou6做fu6父mou5母zeoi3最hoi1開sam1心。

It makes parents happiest to see their children growing up strong and healthy.

Common phrases

zyut3茁zong3壯sing4成zoeng2長

to grow up strong and healthy

Common mistake

Do not use this word to describe general physical size or weight, as it specifically emphasizes the process of healthy, flourishing development. It sounds unnatural if used to describe an adult or an inanimate object that is not growing.