Definition
发酵 (fā jiào) literally means 'to ferment' in biology/chemistry. Figuratively, it describes feelings, trends, or ideas developing gradually and intensifying, like dough rising. Unlike the near-synonym 酝酿 (yùn niàng), which emphasizes a deliberate period of preparation or brewing before a decision or change, 发酵 focuses on the natural, often uncontrolled process of intensification.
verb
to ferment (biochemical process)(fig.) to develop graduallyto simmer (of feelings, trends, ideas)
Examples
- 发酵。Miàntuán xūyào fā jiào jǐ gè xiǎoshí cáinéng zuò miànbāo.The dough needs to ferment for a few hours before it can be made into bread.
- 发酵。Shèhuì shàng de bùmǎn qíngxù zhèngzài fā jiào.The dissatisfaction in society is simmering.
- 发酵，。Zhège jìhuà hái zài fā jiào zhōng, hái méi quèdìng.This plan is still developing and hasn't been finalized yet.
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