The Chinese word for 'seed' is 种子 (zhǒng zi).
You'll hear 种子 in contexts related to plants, gardening, or even metaphorically for the 'seed' of an idea.
It's a common noun, so you can use it just like you would 'seed' in English.
For example, you might talk about planting 种子 in your garden.
When talking about gardening or agriculture, 种子 (zhǒng zi) is the common word for 'seed'.
You might use it when discussing planting flowers or vegetables, or even in a more metaphorical sense when talking about the 'seeds' of an idea.
For example, 种下一颗种子 (zhòng xià yī kē zhǒng zi) means 'to plant a seed'.
Understanding this word helps you talk about growth and beginnings in Chinese.
When talking about seeds in Chinese, the word is 种子 (zhǒng zi). It's a noun and can refer to the small, hard part of a plant from which a new plant grows.
You can use it quite directly, similar to how you'd use 'seed' in English. For example, you might talk about planting 种子 or the 种子 of a fruit.
When talking about seeds in Chinese, the word you'll use is 种子 (zhǒng zi). This can refer to the literal seeds of plants, like the seeds you plant in a garden or the seeds inside a fruit.
Beyond the literal meaning, 种子 can also be used metaphorically. For example, it can represent the beginning or origin of something, like the 'seeds of an idea' or the 'seeds of hope'.
You might hear it in phrases like 种下种子 (zhòng xià zhǒng zi), meaning 'to plant seeds', or 希望的种子 (xī wàng de zhǒng zi), which translates to 'seeds of hope'.
When thinking about the word 种子 (zhǒng zi), it literally means 'seed'. This is a very common noun and you'll encounter it often when talking about plants, gardening, or even cooking.
For example, if you're planting a garden, you might talk about putting 种子 into the soil. Or, if you're eating a fruit like an apple, you might point out the 种子 inside.
Beyond the literal sense, 'seed' can also be used metaphorically in Chinese, much like in English. For instance, it can refer to the 'seed' of an idea or the beginning of something. However, at the A1 level, focus primarily on its concrete meaning.
§ What does 种子 mean?
The Chinese word 种子 (zǒng zǐ) directly translates to 'seed' in English. It's a fundamental noun you'll encounter often, especially if you talk about nature, gardening, or even more abstract ideas like potential.
- DEFINITION
- seed
Just like in English, 种子 can refer to the small, embryonic plant enclosed in a protective outer covering, like a sunflower seed or a pumpkin seed. But its usage goes beyond just plants.
§ When do people use 种子?
People use 种子 in several common contexts:
- For actual seeds: This is the most straightforward use. Any time you're talking about the physical seed of a plant, you'll use 种子.
- For potential or origin: Just like 'seed of an idea' or 'seed of discord' in English, 种子 can also be used metaphorically to talk about the beginning of something, or something that has the potential to grow and develop.
- In sports: Sometimes, 种子 is used in sports contexts to refer to 'seeds' in a tournament, like a top seed. This is a more specialized use, but good to know.
Let's look at some examples to make this clear. Pay attention to how 种子 is used in each sentence.
我买了些花种子。(Wǒ mǎi le xiē huā zǒng zǐ.) - I bought some flower seeds.
Here, 种子 is used in its most literal sense – referring to the actual flower seeds you would plant.
这个想法在他心里埋下了种子。(Zhège xiǎngfǎ zài tā xīn li mái xià le zǒng zǐ.) - This idea planted a seed in his heart.
This example shows the metaphorical use of 种子, meaning the beginning or origin of an idea or feeling. It's similar to how we'd say 'planted a seed' in English to mean starting an idea.
他是这次比赛的头号种子选手。(Tā shì zhè cì bǐsài de tóuhào zǒng zǐ xuǎnshǒu.) - He is the top seed player in this competition.
And here's the sports context. '头号种子选手' (tóuhào zǒng zǐ xuǎnshǒu) literally means 'number one seed player.'
Understanding these different applications will help you use 种子 correctly and understand native speakers when they use it. It's a versatile word that's good to have in your vocabulary toolbox.
Alright, let's get into how to use 种子 (zǒngzǐ), which means 'seed' in Chinese. It's a pretty straightforward noun, so you'll find it behaves much like 'seed' does in English. No crazy grammar twists here, which is good news for you!
§ Basic Usage: Noun Things
As a noun, 种子 (zǒngzǐ) can be the subject or object of a sentence. This means it can be the 'doer' of an action or the 'receiver' of an action. Simple, right?
这颗种子会发芽。
(This seed will sprout.)
我种了一颗种子。
(I planted a seed.)
§ Common Prepositions and Phrases
You'll often find 种子 (zǒngzǐ) used with prepositions that show location or possession. Here are some common patterns:
在…里 (zài... lǐ) – In/Inside…
This is for showing where the seeds are. Pretty standard stuff.
种子在花盆里。
(The seeds are in the flower pot.)
把…种下 (bǎ... zhòng xià) – To plant (something) down
When you're actively planting seeds, you'll often use the 把 (bǎ) structure. This is a common way to indicate that you're taking an object and doing something to it.
我把种子种下了。
(I planted the seeds.)
…的种子 (de zǒngzǐ) – (Something's) seed / Seed of (something)
The possessive particle 的 (de) is used to show which kind of seed it is or whose seed it is. Just like in English, 'apple's seed' or 'seed of an apple'.
这是苹果的种子。
(This is an apple seed.)
- DEFINITION
- In this context, 的 (de) shows possession or attribution, indicating what kind of seed it is.
§ Figurative Use (Less Common for A1, but good to know)
Sometimes, 种子 (zǒngzǐ) can be used figuratively, like 'seed of an idea' or 'seed of hope'. While it's an A1 word, this figurative use might be more common in slightly higher levels. Still, it's good to be aware that words can have more than one layer of meaning.
希望的种子。
(The seed of hope.)
- DEFINITION
- Here, 种子 (zǒngzǐ) is used metaphorically to represent the beginning or origin of something abstract.
That's a solid start for using 种子 (zǒngzǐ) in sentences. Keep practicing with these examples, and you'll get the hang of it in no time. Just like a seed, your Chinese skills will grow with consistent effort!
§ What Does 种子 Mean?
- DEFINITION
- Seed. This can be a literal seed from a plant, or it can be used figuratively to mean the 'origin' or 'start' of something, like a good idea or a problem.
When you're learning Chinese, it's super helpful to see how words are actually used, not just memorizing a dictionary definition. The word 种子 (zǒng zǐ) is a great example because it has a straightforward meaning but also some common figurative uses.
§ 种子 in Nature and Agriculture
This is the most common and literal way you'll hear 种子. Think about gardening, farming, or even just talking about plants. You'll use 种子 to refer to the actual seed that grows into a plant.
我们把种子种在土里。
Translation hint: We planted the seeds in the soil.
这些花种子很小。
Translation hint: These flower seeds are very small.
§ 种子 in Business and Ideas (Figurative Use)
This is where it gets interesting! Just like in English, 'seed' can mean the start or origin of an idea, a problem, or a project. You'll hear this in office settings, during discussions about plans, or even in news reports.
A good idea or concept:
这个计划的种子在上次会议上种下了。
Translation hint: The seed of this plan was planted in the last meeting.
The start of a problem or conflict:
他们的不信任感埋下了争吵的种子。
Translation hint: Their distrust sowed the seeds of an argument.
§ 种子 in Everyday Conversation and News
You'll also hear 种子 in more general contexts, often still with a figurative meaning, but sometimes literally when discussing food or gardening hobbies.
Education or potential: When talking about students or young people, it can mean potential or the foundation for future growth.
我们应该给孩子们提供成长的种子。
Translation hint: We should provide children with the seeds for growth.
News reports: Often used when discussing the origins of social issues, political movements, or scientific discoveries.
这项研究为未来的发现埋下了种子。
Translation hint: This research laid the seeds for future discoveries.
§ Mistake 1: Confusing 种子 with "Plant" or "Flower"
Many beginners, when they first learn 种子 (zǒngzi), might mistakenly use it to refer to a whole plant or a flower. Remember, 种子 specifically means 'seed', the small part from which a plant grows. It's not the fully grown plant itself.
- Incorrect
- 我喜欢这朵种子。(Wǒ xǐhuān zhè duǒ zǒngzi.) - I like this seed (referring to a flower).
- Correct
- 我喜欢这朵花。(Wǒ xǐhuān zhè duǒ huā.) - I like this flower.
§ Mistake 2: Incorrect Measure Word
The most common measure word for 种子 (zǒngzi) is 颗 (kē). While other measure words might be used in specific contexts (like 一粒种子 for a tiny grain-like seed), 颗 is your safest and most natural choice for a single seed.
Don't say: 一个种子 (yī gè zǒngzi).
Do say: 一颗种子 (yī kē zǒngzi).
我种了一颗种子。(Wǒ zhòng le yī kē zǒngzi.) - I planted one seed.
§ Mistake 3: Overusing 种子 for abstract concepts
While 种子 can be used metaphorically to mean 'seed' in the sense of an origin or beginning (e.g., 'seeds of doubt'), this usage is less common for A1 learners and can sound forced if not used correctly. Stick to its literal meaning first.
- Example of correct metaphorical use (more advanced)
- 怀疑的种子 (huáiyí de zǒngzi) - seeds of doubt.
For A1, it's better to use more direct phrases for abstract beginnings or origins. For instance, to say 'the beginning of a problem', you might say 问题的开始 (wèntí de kāishǐ) rather than trying to force 种子 into it.
这是一个新的开始。(Zhè shì yī gè xīn de kāishǐ.) - This is a new beginning.
§ Mistake 4: Not knowing specific seed names
While 种子 is the general term for 'seed', you'll often need to be more specific. For example, if you're talking about sunflower seeds, you won't just say 种子. You'll use 瓜子 (guāzǐ) or 葵花籽 (kuíhuāzǐ).
Pumpkin seed: 南瓜子 (nánguāzǐ)
Sesame seed: 芝麻 (zhīma)
Watermelon seed: 西瓜子 (xīguāzǐ)
我喜欢吃瓜子。(Wǒ xǐhuān chī guāzǐ.) - I like to eat sunflower seeds.
§ Similar Words and When to Use 种子 vs. Alternatives
Alright, let's talk about "seed" in Chinese. The main word you'll learn is 种子 (zǒng zǐ). This is your go-to for pretty much any literal seed. But, like in English, there are a few other words or phrases that can mean "seed" in a more specific or metaphorical sense. Don't overthink it, but it's good to be aware.
- DEFINITION
- 种子 (zǒng zǐ): This is the most common and general term for a seed. Think of it as the literal, physical seed you plant in the ground or find in fruit.
我把种子种在土里了。(Wǒ bǎ zǒng zǐ zhòng zài tǔ lǐ le.) - I planted the seeds in the soil.
西瓜有很多种子。(Xīguā yǒu hěn duō zǒng zǐ.) - Watermelons have many seeds.
Now, let's look at some other contexts where you might hear something related to "seed" but it's not simply 种子.
- DEFINITION
- 果核 (guǒ hé): This refers to the hard core or pit of a fruit, like a peach pit or an apple core. While it contains seeds, the focus is on the hard, central part.
请把桃子的果核扔掉。(Qǐng bǎ táozi de guǒ hé rēng diào.) - Please throw away the peach pit.
- DEFINITION
- 种 (zhǒng): This character can mean "seed" as a classifier (like "a kind of"), or a verb meaning "to plant." It's usually part of a larger phrase when it refers to seed, or used verbally.
这是一种花。(Zhè shì yī zhǒng huā.) - This is a type of flower. (Here it means 'type/kind'.)
我喜欢种菜。(Wǒ xǐhuān zhǒng cài.) - I like to plant vegetables. (Here it's a verb.)
- DEFINITION
- 萌芽 (méng yá): This means "to sprout" or "germinate." It refers to the process of a seed starting to grow, not the seed itself.
春天到了，树木开始萌芽。(Chūntiān dào le, shùmù kāishǐ méng yá.) - Spring has arrived, and the trees are starting to sprout.
You might also encounter phrases where "seed" is used metaphorically, similar to English expressions like "seed of an idea" or "seed money." In Chinese, these often use different words entirely, focusing on the concept rather than a literal seed.
- idea/thought: 主意 (zhǔyì) or 想法 (xiǎngfǎ)
- beginning/origin: 起源 (qǐyuán) or 开端 (kāiduān)
For example, if you want to say "the seed of an idea," you'd likely say 想法的萌芽 (xiǎngfǎ de méng yá - the sprouting of an idea) or something similar, rather than using 种子.
So, to summarize:
- Use 种子 (zǒng zǐ) for almost all literal seeds.
- Use 果核 (guǒ hé) for the hard pit/core of a fruit.
- 种 (zhǒng) is often part of a phrase or a verb for planting.
- 萌芽 (méng yá) describes the action of sprouting.
Keep it simple. You'll use 种子 most of the time. The others are for more specific situations. Practice using 种子 in sentences, and you'll get the hang of it quickly.
How Formal Is It?
"我们需要储备优良的蔬菜种子以确保农作物的产量。 (We need to store good vegetable seeds to ensure crop yield.)"
"我把一些花种子种在了花园里。 (I planted some flower seeds in the garden.)"
"这个西瓜籽真多。 (This watermelon has so many seeds.)"
"小种子会发芽，长成大树。 (Little seeds will sprout and grow into big trees.)"
Curiosidade
The character 种 (zhǒng) itself is a semantic-phonetic compound, with 禾 (hé) meaning 'grain' providing the semantic hint and 中 (zhōng) providing the phonetic hint (though its pronunciation has shifted over time).
Gramática essencial
Measure Word for seeds: The measure word for 'seeds' (种子 - zhǒngzi) is 颗 (kē). It is used for small, roundish objects. For example, '一颗种子' (yī kē zhǒngzi) means 'one seed'.
他手里拿着一颗种子。 (Tā shǒu lǐ ná zhe yī kē zhǒngzi.) - He is holding a seed in his hand.
Using 种子 with verbs like '种' (zhòng - to plant): When talking about planting seeds, the verb '种' is commonly used. For example, '种种子' (zhòng zhǒngzi) means 'to plant seeds'.
我们在花园里种种子。 (Wǒmen zài huāyuán lǐ zhòng zhǒngzi.) - We are planting seeds in the garden.
Using 种子 metaphorically: '种子' can also be used metaphorically to represent the beginning of something, or a potential. For example, '希望的种子' (xīwàng de zhǒngzi) means 'seeds of hope'.
她心里种下了希望的种子。 (Tā xīn lǐ zhòng xià le xīwàng de zhǒngzi.) - She planted seeds of hope in her heart.
Describing seeds with adjectives: Adjectives can be placed before '种子' to describe its characteristics. For example, '小的种子' (xiǎo de zhǒngzi) means 'small seeds', or '健康的种子' (jiànkāng de zhǒngzi) means 'healthy seeds'.
农民们选择了健康的种子。 (Nóngmín men xuǎnzé le jiànkāng de zhǒngzi.) - The farmers chose healthy seeds.
Using 种子 in a 'subject + verb + object' structure: '种子' typically functions as the object in a sentence. For example, '鸟吃了种子' (Niǎo chī le zhǒngzi) means 'The bird ate the seeds'.
他把种子撒在地上。 (Tā bǎ zhǒngzi sā zài dìshang.) - He scattered the seeds on the ground.
Exemplos por nível
这是一颗种子。
This is a seed.
我喜欢吃西瓜种子。
I like to eat watermelon seeds.
小鸟吃种子。
The little bird eats seeds.
请给我一些种子。
Please give me some seeds.
这个种子很小。
This seed is very small.
我有一包种子。
I have a bag of seeds.
把种子种在土里。
Plant the seeds in the soil.
这些种子能长出花。
These seeds can grow into flowers.
我买了一些花种子。
I bought some flower seeds.
农民正在田里播种。
The farmer is sowing seeds in the field.
这些种子需要阳光和水才能发芽。
These seeds need sunlight and water to sprout.
他把西瓜的种子吐了出来。
He spat out the watermelon seeds.
这是一粒小小的种子。
This is a tiny seed.
鸟儿喜欢吃各种种子。
Birds like to eat various seeds.
我们把种子埋在土里。
We buried the seeds in the soil.
他的心里埋下了成功的种子。
The seeds of success were planted in his heart.
我把花种子埋在土里。
I buried the flower seeds in the soil.
农民在春天播种。
Farmers sow seeds in spring.
这个西瓜有很多黑色的种子。
This watermelon has many black seeds.
她把南瓜种子烤熟了吃。
She roasted the pumpkin seeds and ate them.
这些小小的种子能长成参天大树。
These tiny seeds can grow into towering trees.
知识的种子需要耐心来培养。
The seeds of knowledge need patience to cultivate.
他把希望的种子播撒在每个人的心中。
He sowed the seeds of hope in everyone's hearts.
这片土地不适合种子生长。
This land is not suitable for seeds to grow.
农民把种子播种到肥沃的土壤中，期待丰收。
Farmers sow seeds in fertile soil, anticipating a good harvest.
这颗橡子是参天大树的种子，蕴含着无限的生机。
This acorn is the seed of a towering oak tree, containing infinite vitality.
他心中埋下了创业的种子，决心要闯出一片天地。
He planted the seed of entrepreneurship in his heart, determined to make a name for himself.
教育是希望的种子，能够改变一个人的命运。
Education is the seed of hope, capable of changing a person's destiny.
通过不断学习，他为自己的未来播下了成功的种子。
By continuously learning, he sowed the seeds of success for his future.
这些小小的善举，也许会成为未来伟大事业的种子。
These small acts of kindness might become the seeds of great endeavors in the future.
历史的进程中，每一次变革都源于某种思想的种子。
In the course of history, every revolution originates from the seed of some idea.
尽管困难重重，但他们坚信梦想的种子终会开花结果。
Despite numerous difficulties, they firmly believe that the seeds of their dreams will eventually blossom and bear fruit.
Frequentemente confundido com
Informal term for seed, often for edible fruit seeds or as a suffix (e.g., 瓜籽).
Refers to a fruit pit or stone, distinct from a general seed.
Refers to edible grains/cereals, which are seeds but are consumed rather than planted.
Padrões gramaticais
Fácil de confundir
Both 种子 and 籽 mean 'seed.' The difference lies in their usage and context.
种子 (zhǒngzi) is the general, formal term for 'seed.' It's often used in agricultural or botanical contexts, or when talking about planting in general. 籽 (zǐ) is more informal and often refers to the seed of a fruit or vegetable that you eat, or a small seed. It can also be used as a suffix for certain seeds, like 瓜籽 (guāzǐ) for sunflower seeds.
我今天买了一些蔬菜种子。(Wǒ jīntiān mǎi le yīxiē shūcài zhǒngzi.) - Today I bought some vegetable seeds. / 这个西瓜有很多籽。(Zhège xīguā yǒu hěn duō zǐ.) - This watermelon has many seeds.
Both refer to a hard part inside a fruit. However, 'seed' and 'pit/stone' are different.
种子 (zhǒngzi) is a reproductive part of a plant that can grow into a new plant. 果核 (guǒhé) specifically refers to the hard pit or stone in the center of certain fruits (like peaches, plums, cherries). Not all seeds are pits, and not all pits are seeds in the sense of being able to grow into a new plant if planted directly from the fruit.
请把桃子的果核扔掉。(Qǐng bǎ táozi de guǒhé rēngdiào.) - Please throw away the peach pit.
Both are related to agriculture and plant products, but they are different categories.
种子 (zhǒngzi) is a single reproductive unit. 谷物 (gǔwù) refers to grains or cereals, which are the edible seeds of certain grasses (like rice, wheat, corn). So, while grains are technically seeds, 谷物 refers to the harvested product for consumption, whereas 种子 refers to the seed for planting or in a more general sense.
早餐我喜欢吃谷物。(Zǎocān wǒ xǐhuān chī gǔwù.) - For breakfast, I like to eat cereals/grains.
Both are stages in a plant's life, and often discussed together when planting.
种子 (zhǒngzi) is the dormant beginning of a plant. 幼苗 (yòumiáo) is a seedling, a young plant that has already sprouted from a seed. One is the origin, the other is the result of germination.
这些幼苗需要更多的阳光。(Zhèxiē yòumiáo xūyào gèng duō de yángguāng.) - These seedlings need more sunlight.
This is a verb related to seeds, and can be confused with the noun 'seed' itself.
种子 (zhǒngzi) is the noun, the 'seed.' 播种 (bōzhǒng) is a verb, meaning 'to sow seeds' or 'to plant seeds.' They are different parts of speech.
农民正在田里播种。(Nóngmín zhèngzài tián lǐ bōzhǒng.) - The farmers are sowing seeds in the field.
Padrões de frases
subject + verb + 种子
我种了一颗种子。(Wǒ zhòng le yī kē zhǒngzi.) - I planted a seed.
这是 + noun + 的 + 种子
这是苹果的种子。(Zhè shì píngguǒ de zhǒngzi.) - This is an apple seed.
种子 + verb
种子发芽了。(Zhǒngzi fāyá le.) - The seed germinated.
很多 + 种子
我有很多种子。(Wǒ yǒu hěn duō zhǒngzi.) - I have many seeds.
verb + 种子 + phrase
他把种子放在土里。(Tā bǎ zhǒngzi fàng zài tǔ lǐ.) - He put the seeds in the soil.
种子 + 是 + noun
这些种子是花种子。(Zhèxiē zhǒngzi shì huā zhǒngzi.) - These seeds are flower seeds.
没有 + 种子
这个水果没有种子。(Zhège shuǐguǒ méiyǒu zhǒngzi.) - This fruit has no seeds.
verb + 一些 + 种子
请给我一些种子。(Qǐng gěi wǒ yī xiē zhǒngzi.) - Please give me some seeds.
Como usar
种子 (zhǒngzi) is the general word for 'seed'. It can refer to a literal seed from a plant, or it can be used metaphorically to mean the origin or beginning of something. For example, you might talk about the seed of an idea.
A common mistake is confusing 种子 with other words that mean 'kind' or 'type', such as 种类 (zhǒnglèi) or 品种 (pǐnzhǒng). While 种子 can sometimes be part of these larger concepts (e.g., a type of seed), 种子 specifically refers to the reproductive part of a plant or the starting point of something.
Origem da palavra
Simplified Chinese character for 种 (zhǒng) and 子 (zi).
Significado original: 种 (zhǒng) originally referred to grain or seed, while 子 (zi) is a suffix often used to denote a small thing or a noun.
Sino-TibetanContexto cultural
In Chinese culture, seeds often symbolize potential, new beginnings, and prosperity. They are frequently used in metaphors related to growth, development, and the future. For example, '种瓜得瓜，种豆得豆' (zhǒng guā dé guā, zhǒng dòu dé dòu) means 'sow melons and reap melons, sow beans and reap beans,' which is similar to 'you reap what you sow' in English, highlighting the idea of consequences.
Pratique na vida real
Contextos reais
Gardening
- 种 种子 (zhòng zǐ) - plant seeds
- 买 种子 (mǎi zhǒng zi) - buy seeds
- 发芽 (fā yá) - sprout (of a seed)
Food
- 西瓜子 (xī guā zǐ) - watermelon seeds
- 葵花籽 (kuí huā zǐ) - sunflower seeds
- 吃 瓜子 (chī guā zǐ) - eat melon/sunflower seeds
Figurative Language
- 希望的种子 (xī wàng de zhǒng zi) - seeds of hope
- 埋下 种子 (mái xià zhǒng zi) - sow a seed (figurative)
- 思想的种子 (sī xiǎng de zhǒng zi) - seeds of an idea
Agriculture
- 粮食种子 (liáng shi zhǒng zi) - grain seeds
- 选种 (xuǎn zhǒng) - select seeds
- 育种 (yù zhǒng) - breed seeds
Everyday Objects
- 种子袋 (zhǒng zi dài) - seed bag
- 种子店 (zhǒng zi diàn) - seed shop
- 一粒种子 (yī lì zhǒng zi) - a single seed
Iniciadores de conversa
"你喜欢种花吗？你种过什么种子？ (Nǐ xǐhuān zhòng huā ma? Nǐ zhòng guò shénme zhǒngzi?) - Do you like gardening? What seeds have you planted?"
"你喜欢吃瓜子吗？哪种瓜子最好吃？ (Nǐ xǐhuān chī guāzi ma? Nǎ zhǒng guāzi zuì hǎo chī?) - Do you like eating seeds? Which kind of seeds are the tastiest?"
"你觉得什么是希望的种子？ (Nǐ juéde shénme shì xīwàng de zhǒngzi?) - What do you think are the seeds of hope?"
"你最近有没有买过种子？买了什么种子？ (Nǐ zuìjìn yǒu méiyǒu mǎi guò zhǒngzi? Mǎi le shénme zhǒngzi?) - Have you bought any seeds recently? What kind of seeds did you buy?"
"在你的文化中，种子有什么特殊的意义吗？ (Zài nǐ de wénhuà zhōng, zhǒngzi yǒu shénme tèshū de yìyì ma?) - In your culture, do seeds have any special meaning?"
Temas para diário
描述一次你种植物的经历，从种子开始。 (Miáoshù yī cì nǐ zhòng zhíwù de jīnglì, cóng zhǒngzi kāishǐ.) - Describe an experience you had planting something, starting from the seed.
写下你最喜欢的零食瓜子，以及你为什么喜欢它。 (Xiě xià nǐ zuì xǐhuān de língshí guāzi, yǐjí nǐ wèishénme xǐhuān tā.) - Write about your favorite snack seeds and why you like them.
思考一个你曾经“埋下”的“思想的种子”，它后来如何发展了？ (Sīkǎo yī ge nǐ céngjīng “mái xià” de “sīxiǎng de zhǒngzi”, tā hòulái rúhé fāzhǎn le?) - Think about an “idea seed” you once “planted,” and how it developed later.
如果你能发明一种新的种子，它会是什么样的？有什么功能？ (Rúguǒ nǐ néng fāmíng yī zhǒng xīn de zhǒngzi, tā huì shì shénme yàng de? Yǒu shénme gōngnéng?) - If you could invent a new kind of seed, what would it be like? What functions would it have?
种子对生态系统的重要性是什么？请用中文写下你的理解。 (Zhǒngzi duì shēngtài xìtǒng de zhòngyào xìng shì shénme? Qǐng yòng zhōngwén xiě xià nǐ de lǐjiě.) - What is the importance of seeds to the ecosystem? Please write your understanding in Chinese.
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasThe word for 'seed' in Chinese is 种子 (zhǒngzi). It's a noun.
Yes, 种子 (zhǒngzi) can absolutely be used metaphorically! For example, you might say '思想的种子' (sīxiǎng de zhǒngzi) for 'seed of an idea' or '希望的种子' (xīwàng de zhǒngzi) for 'seed of hope'.
This is a good question! While both relate to seeds, 种子 (zhǒngzi) is the more general and formal term for 'seed.' 籽 (zǐ) often refers to smaller, individual seeds, especially those found within fruits or vegetables, like '西瓜籽' (xīguā zǐ - watermelon seeds) or '芝麻籽' (zhīma zǐ - sesame seeds). Think of 种子 as the umbrella term.
You can use 种子 (zhǒngzi) just like 'seed' in English. For example, '我种了一颗种子' (Wǒ zhòngle yī kē zhǒngzi - I planted a seed). Or, '这些种子会发芽吗?' (Zhèxiē zhǒngzi huì fāyá ma? - Will these seeds sprout?)
The most common measure word for 种子 (zhǒngzi) is 颗 (kē), especially when talking about individual seeds. For a packet or a group of seeds, you might use 包 (bāo) for 'bag' or 粒 (lì) for small, grain-like seeds.
Yes, 种子 (zhǒngzi) is a very common and practical word. It's used in everyday conversations about gardening, food, and even in more abstract contexts.
The Pinyin for 种子 is zhǒngzi. The first character, 种, has a third tone, and the second character, 子, is a neutral tone.
No, 种子 (zhǒngzi) specifically means 'seed.' If you want to say 'species' or 'type,' you would use different words like 种类 (zhǒnglèi) or 品种 (pǐnzhǒng).
One common phrase is '播下希望的种子' (bō xià xīwàng de zhǒngzi), which means 'to sow the seeds of hope.' It's a nice metaphorical usage.
The character 种 (zhǒng) has the 'he' (禾) radical on the left, which means grain or crop, giving a hint towards planting. The character 子 (zi) often refers to a small thing or a child, which makes sense for a seed. Thinking about these components can help you remember!
Teste-se 90 perguntas
Write a short sentence in Chinese saying 'I have a seed.'
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我有一个种子。
Write a sentence in Chinese about planting a seed. (Hint: '种' means to plant)
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我种一个种子。
Imagine you are drawing a picture of a flower. Write a simple Chinese sentence describing that you need a seed to grow a flower. (Hint: '花' means flower, '需要' means need)
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我需要一个种子种花。
What is the passage about?
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这是一个种子。我很喜欢它。
What is the passage about?
The first sentence says '这是一个种子', which means 'This is a seed.'
The first sentence says '这是一个种子', which means 'This is a seed.'
What does the speaker want to do with the seed?
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我有一个小种子。我想种它。
What does the speaker want to do with the seed?
The second sentence '我想种它' means 'I want to plant it.'
The second sentence '我想种它' means 'I want to plant it.'
What will the small seed become?
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这个种子很小。它会变成大树。
What will the small seed become?
The second sentence '它会变成大树' means 'It will become a big tree.'
The second sentence '它会变成大树' means 'It will become a big tree.'
This sentence follows the basic Chinese sentence structure: Subject (我) + Verb (买) + 了 (completion particle) + Quantity (一些) + Object (种子).
This is a question asking about the type of seeds. '这' (this) acts as the subject, '是' (is) is the verb, and '什么种子' (what kind of seeds) is the object.
Subject (小鸟) + Verb (喜欢) + Object (吃种子). '吃种子' means 'eat seeds'.
农民把玉米___播种到田里。
农民把种子播种到田里 (Farmers sow seeds in the field). '种子' (seed) is the correct word for what farmers sow.
这颗___发芽了，长出了小苗。
种子发芽 (seeds sprout). '种子' (seed) is the object that sprouts.
她小心翼翼地把___种在花盆里。
种种子 (to plant seeds). '种子' (seed) is the direct object of the verb '种' (to plant).
这些___会变成美味的蔬菜。
种子会变成蔬菜 (seeds will turn into vegetables). '种子' (seed) refers to the starting material for vegetables.
为了保护环境，我们应该多种___。
多种种子 (plant more seeds). '种子' (seed) is the item that would be planted to help the environment.
小鸟把___吃掉了。
小鸟吃种子 (birds eat seeds). '种子' (seed) is a common food for birds.
I planted a seed.
There are many seeds in this bag.
What kind of seeds do you like?
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我需要买一些蔬菜种子。
Focus: 种子
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这些种子什么时候会发芽？
Focus: 发芽
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请给我一包向日葵种子。
Focus: 向日葵
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Write a short sentence describing how seeds are planted in the ground.
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我们把种子种在地里。 (We plant seeds in the ground.)
Describe something that grows from a seed.
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花是从种子长出来的。 (Flowers grow from seeds.)
Write a sentence about what a bird might eat that comes from a plant.
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小鸟喜欢吃种子。 (Little birds like to eat seeds.)
小明和爸爸在农场做了什么？ (What did Xiaoming and his dad do at the farm?)
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春天来了，小明和爸爸一起去农场。他们种了很多种子。夏天的时候，这些种子会变成美丽的植物。
小明和爸爸在农场做了什么？ (What did Xiaoming and his dad do at the farm?)
文章中说他们种了很多种子。(The passage says they planted many seeds.)
文章中说他们种了很多种子。(The passage says they planted many seeds.)
我们为什么要照顾这颗种子？ (Why should we take care of this seed?)
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这个小小的种子，将来会变成一棵大树。所以我们要好好照顾它，给它水和阳光。
我们为什么要照顾这颗种子？ (Why should we take care of this seed?)
文章中提到种子将来会变成一棵大树，所以需要照顾。(The passage mentions that the seed will become a big tree in the future, so it needs to be taken care of.)
文章中提到种子将来会变成一棵大树，所以需要照顾。(The passage mentions that the seed will become a big tree in the future, so it needs to be taken care of.)
妈妈想在花园里种什么？ (What does Mom want to plant in the garden?)
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妈妈买了一些向日葵种子。她想在花园里种一些向日葵。向日葵的花很大很漂亮。
妈妈想在花园里种什么？ (What does Mom want to plant in the garden?)
文章中说妈妈买了一些向日葵种子，想在花园里种向日葵。(The passage says Mom bought some sunflower seeds and wants to plant sunflowers in the garden.)
文章中说妈妈买了一些向日葵种子，想在花园里种向日葵。(The passage says Mom bought some sunflower seeds and wants to plant sunflowers in the garden.)
The correct order to form 'A seed is a small one' is '种子 是一颗 小小的'.
The correct order to form 'This seed sprouted' is '这颗 种子 发芽了'.
The correct order to form 'I want to plant seeds' is '我 想 种 种子'.
农民把玉米___播种到田里。
农民播种的是玉米的种子，而不是其他部分。
这棵大树是由一颗小小的___长成的。
树木都是从种子开始生长的。
为了保护环境，我们应该多种植树木，让更多的___生根发芽。
种树是为了让种子生根发芽，长成新的树木。
他小心翼翼地将花卉___埋入土壤中。
花卉通常是通过埋入种子来种植的。
小鸟把水果的___带到很远的地方。
鸟类常会传播水果的种子。
这袋___可以种出一片向日葵。
向日葵是从种子种出来的。
她把花______在花园里。
To plant flowers, you would typically plant seeds. 播种 (bòzhǒng) means 'to sow seeds'.
这个农场种植了许多不同种类的______。
Farms typically plant seeds to grow crops. The other options don't fit the context as well.
小鸟喜欢吃______。
Birds are known to eat seeds. The other options are less common or not primary food sources for most birds.
农民用“种子”来种植庄稼。
Farmers indeed use seeds to grow crops.
“种子”通常是植物的果实。
Seeds are typically found *inside* the fruit, not the fruit itself. The fruit protects the seeds.
我们可以用“种子”来比喻希望或未来。
In Chinese, similar to English, 'seeds' can be used metaphorically to represent hope or the beginning of something for the future.
The sentence structure is Subject (植物 - plants) + Verb (生长 - grow) + Object (需要 - need) + Noun (种子 - seeds).
The sentence structure is Subject (我 - I) + Prepositional Phrase (在花园里 - in the garden) + Verb (种 - planted) + Quantity (很多 - many) + Noun (花种子 - flower seeds).
The sentence structure is Demonstrative + Noun (这个苹果 - this apple) + Location (里面 - inside) + Verb (有 - has) + Quantity (几个 - a few) + Adjective (小 - small) + Noun (种子 - seeds).
农民们正在田里播种，希望今年能有个好收成。他们把___埋在土里，等待发芽。
这句话描述了农民播种的行为，'种子'是播种的对象，与上下文最符合。
这个公司虽然现在规模不大，但我们相信它未来会成长为一棵参天大树，因为我们已经埋下了成功的___。
在比喻意义上，'埋下成功的种子'表示为未来的成功打下基础。这是一个常用的比喻。
教育孩子就像培育一棵小树，父母需要用心浇灌，才能让爱的___生根发芽。
这里将教育比作培育小树，'爱的种子'比喻爱的起源和发展，与动词“生根发芽”搭配。
他从小就对科学充满好奇，这在他心中埋下了探索未知世界的___。
'埋下...的种子'常用来形容某种兴趣、想法或潜能的开始。
这次失败并没有让他气馁，反而激发了他内心深处追求卓越的___。
这里用'追求卓越的种子'比喻内心潜在的动力或决心，与'激发'搭配。
为了保护生物多样性，科学家们建立了植物___库，保存了许多珍稀植物的遗传物质。
'植物种子库'是保存植物遗传物质的机构名称，符合语境。
The farmer planted seeds in the field.
This idea planted a seed of hope in my heart.
We should sow the seeds of friendship.
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种子发芽了。
Focus: 发芽 (fāyá - sprout)
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这是一颗很有潜力的种子。
Focus: 潜力 (qiánlì - potential)
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他心中埋下了复仇的种子。
Focus: 复仇 (fùchóu - revenge)
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Imagine you are planting a small garden. Describe what you would plant and why, using the word "种子" (seed) at least once.
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我喜欢在春天种植蔬菜。我会选择西红柿种子、黄瓜种子和辣椒种子。我希望我的菜园能长出很多新鲜的蔬菜。我还会在菜园周围种一些鲜花的种子，让菜园看起来更漂亮。
Write a short paragraph about the importance of seeds for agriculture and human life. Use "种子" (seed) at least twice.
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种子是农业的基础，也是人类生命的关键。没有种子，我们就无法种植粮食，也就无法生存。高质量的种子对于保障粮食安全至关重要。因此，保护好各种各样的种子，就是保护我们的未来。
You are writing a metaphorical statement about new beginnings. How would you use "种子" (seed) to represent a new idea or a small start?
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每一个伟大的成就都始于一个微小的想法，就像一颗小小的种子。这颗种子需要被小心呵护，才能生根发芽，最终长成参天大树。我们应该珍视每一个新的想法，因为它可能就是未来的希望之种子。
根据短文，农民播种的目的是什么？
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农民们在春天播下了许多不同的种子。他们希望这些种子能在阳光和雨水的滋润下，茁壮成长，最终结出丰硕的果实。这不仅是他们的劳动，也是他们对未来的希望。
根据短文，农民播种的目的是什么？
短文明确提到“希望这些种子能在阳光和雨水的滋润下，茁壮成长，最终结出丰硕的果实”。
短文明确提到“希望这些种子能在阳光和雨水的滋润下，茁壮成长，最终结出丰硕的果实”。
科学家们改良种子主要为了解决什么问题？
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科学家们正在研究如何改良作物的种子，以提高它们的抗病能力和产量。这项研究对于解决全球粮食危机具有重要意义。他们相信，通过基因改造，可以培育出更优质的种子。
科学家们改良种子主要为了解决什么问题？
短文指出“这项研究对于解决全球粮食危机具有重要意义”。
短文指出“这项研究对于解决全球粮食危机具有重要意义”。
短文中，“一颗小小的种子”象征着什么？
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一颗小小的种子，蕴藏着无限的生命力。它在土壤中沉睡，等待着合适的时机。一旦条件成熟，它就会破土而出，迎接新的生命。这个过程充满了奇迹和希望。
短文中，“一颗小小的种子”象征着什么？
短文第一句就点明“一颗小小的种子，蕴藏着无限的生命力”。
短文第一句就点明“一颗小小的种子，蕴藏着无限的生命力”。
We need to sow the seeds of hope.
These seeds can adapt to various soils.
He planted the seeds of revenge in his heart.
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这片土地被播下了成功的种子。
Focus: 播下 (bō xià)
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希望的种子正在我们心中生根发芽。
Focus: 生根发芽 (shēng gēn fā yá)
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教育是未来发展的种子。
Focus: 发展 (fā zhǎn)
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请描述一下你认为在生活中，什么样的“种子”能够带来积极的改变？可以是一个想法、一个习惯或者一个行动的开端。
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我认为，一个坚持学习新知识的习惯就像一颗种子。它需要耐心浇灌，但最终会开花结果，带来思维的开阔和能力的提升，从而积极地改变生活。
“思想的种子”常常被用来比喻想法的重要性。请结合一个具体的例子，阐述一个思想的种子如何萌芽、成长并最终影响一个群体或社会。
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一个关于环境保护的微小思想，如果能被广泛传播并得到认同，就可能像一颗思想的种子。它会在人们心中生根发芽，最终促成一系列环保行动，甚至影响政府政策，从而对社会产生深远的影响。
在中国文化中，“播下希望的种子”是一个常见的表达。请用2-3句话描述你理解的“播下希望的种子”的含义，并举一个实际的例子。
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“播下希望的种子”意味着在困难中不放弃，通过努力和付出为未来创造可能性。例如，一位老师在贫困地区支教，她不仅传授知识，更是播下了孩子们对未来美好生活的希望种子。
根据短文，以下哪项不是“种子”在传统文化中常被赋予的象征意义？
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在中国的传统文化中，“种子”不仅指植物的胚珠，更常被赋予象征意义。它代表着事物的开端、希望、潜能以及传承。俗语有云，“一分耕耘，一分收获”，这其中的“耕耘”便是对“种子”付出的过程。无论是知识的种子，还是友谊的种子，都需要精心培育才能茁壮成长，最终结出硕果。
根据短文，以下哪项不是“种子”在传统文化中常被赋予的象征意义？
短文提到了开端、希望、潜能以及传承，但没有提到衰败。
短文提到了开端、希望、潜能以及传承，但没有提到衰败。
文章主要想表达什么？
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一个成功的企业家往往在早期就播下了成功的种子。这颗种子可能是一个独特的商业理念，也可能是一种坚韧不拔的创业精神。在漫长的创业过程中，他们不断浇灌这颗种子，克服重重困难，最终才能收获丰硕的成果。这告诉我们，任何伟大的成就都始于一个微小的开端，并需要持续的投入和耐心。
文章主要想表达什么？
文章强调了成功的开端和持续投入的重要性。
文章强调了成功的开端和持续投入的重要性。
根据短文，基因工程改造“种子”可能带来的一个负面影响是什么？
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基因工程的进步使得科学家能够修改农作物的“种子”，以提高产量并增强抗病性。然而，这也引发了关于生物多样性丧失和生态系统平衡的担忧。这种技术虽然能解决眼前的粮食问题，但其长远影响仍需审慎评估。如何在追求高产的同时，保护环境和生物多样性，是人类面临的重要课题。
根据短文，基因工程改造“种子”可能带来的一个负面影响是什么？
文章明确提到了“生物多样性丧失和生态系统平衡的担忧”。
文章明确提到了“生物多样性丧失和生态系统平衡的担忧”。
公司面临的最大问题是如何播下创新的___，并在激烈的市场竞争中茁壮成长。
在这个语境中，“播下创新的种子”是一个固定搭配，比喻引入创新理念或元素，使其生根发芽。
历史的偶然性有时就像一颗___的种子，在特定的土壤和气候条件下，会生发出意想不到的后果。
“微不足道的种子”在这里形容最初看起来不重要的小事，却能引发巨大的变化。这是一种文学性的比喻。
他童年时期埋下的艺术___，在成年后终于破土而出，绽放出绚烂的光彩。
“埋下艺术的种子”是一个比喻，指在早期就培养了对艺术的兴趣或才能，并为未来的发展奠定基础。
改革开放的政策，犹如春风化雨，为中国经济发展播下了腾飞的___。
“播下腾飞的种子”是指为经济的快速发展创造了条件或奠定了基础，使其能够迅速成长。
每一次失败都可能播下成功的___，只要我们从中吸取教训，坚持不懈。
“播下成功的种子”是指失败并非终点，而是为未来的成功埋下伏笔，提供经验和教训。
这位科学家的研究，为攻克这一世界性难题埋下了至关重要的___。
“埋下至关重要的种子”意味着他的研究是解决难题的关键起点或核心要素，是后续工作得以开展的基础。
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