Definition
茂密 (mào mì) describes vegetation that is both dense and lush, emphasizing the close, thick growth. 茂盛 (mào shèng) also means 'lush, luxuriant' but highlights thriving, vigorous growth rather than density alone. Use 茂密 when you want to stress how thickly plants are packed together.
adjective
dense and lush (of vegetation)
Examples
- 茂密。Sēnlín lǐ de shùmù zhǎng de shífēn mào mì.The trees in the forest grow very dense and lush.
- 茂密。Huāyuán lǐ mào mì de méiguī kāi de zhèng yàn.The dense roses in the garden are blooming beautifully.
- 茂密。Zhè piàn mào mì de cǎodì shì yěcān de hǎo dìfang.This piece of lush grassland is a good place for a picnic.
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