Chinese
yǎng
Meaning: to raise; to nurture; to keep (pets)
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

我家養了一隻非常可愛的小狗。
我家养了一只非常可爱的小狗。
My family raised a very cute puppy.
農場裡養了很多肥壯的豬。
Many plump pigs are raised on the farm.
我家養了一隻非常可愛的小貓。
My family has a very cute little cat.
我家養了兩隻寵物,分別是一隻貓和一隻狗。
My family has two pets, specifically a cat and a dog.
他家養了一隻大狼狗來看門。
His family raised a big wolfdog to guard the door.

Usage Notes

Used for raising animals, children, or even forming habits. It also means to support or maintain.

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