Meanings
- 1bloom; blossomFor a flower bud, leaf, etc., to open.
- 2burnFor briquettes, coal, etc., to catch fire and burn.
- 3look greatFor one’s face to look plump and for one's complexion to improve.
- 4riseFor a cloud, smoke, etc., to rise.
- 5improveFor one’s situation or circumstances to improve.
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- 6rise; spreadFor a smell, dust, etc., to spread or rise.
- 7be nappyFor hair or hair tufts to form and rise on clothes or a cloth.
- 8smile; laughFor laughter, a smile, etc., to appear on the outside.
- 9appearFor mold, a dry patch, an age spot, etc., to form and appear.
- 10infuseFor ink, etc., to be stained and spread on paper or a cloth.
Examples from Lessons (2)
Beautiful flowers are blooming outside the window, and they look truly lovely.
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When spring comes, pretty flowers bloom on the cherry blossom trees.
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