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English Meaning(s) for 芽

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  1. sprout; shoot; bud
  2. germinal disk (in an egg)

Definition and Synonyms for 芽

Sprout any new growth of a plant such as a new branch or a bud
Synonyms: 二葉, 双葉, 新芽, , 芽生え, 芽生える, 豎子
Bud a swelling on a plant stem consisting of overlapping immature leaves or petals
Synonyms: 二葉, 双葉, 新芽, , 芽生え, 芽生える,

Meanings for each kanji in 芽

» bud; sprout; spear; germ

Categories 芽 is a member of

Plant Organ a functional and structural unit of a plant or fungus
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Sprout any new growth of a plant such as a new branch or a bud
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Sample Sentences for 芽

I don't think I'll make the grade if I try to play professional baseball.
Trees put forth new leaves and buds in spring.
The trees are beginning to bud.
The trees are shooting out buds.
The tulips have begun to come up.

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