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Chinese

méngshēng
Meaning: to begin to arise; to germinate; to start having an idea or feeling
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example

在長途旅行中,他萌生了學習攝影的念頭。
在长途旅行中,他萌生了学习摄影的念头。
During a long journey, he began to think about learning photography.

Usage Notes

Describes an idea, desire, or feeling that starts to emerge, often gradually, in someone’s mind.

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