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芝兰

zhī lán

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Definitions

1. lit. iris and orchid
2. fig. exalted sentiments
3. (expr. of praise for noble character, beautiful surrounding, future prospects etc)

Words Containing 芝兰

zhī lán yù shù

lit. orchids and jade trees (idiom); fig. a child with splendid future prospects

zhī lán zhī shì

lit. a room with irises and orchids (idiom); fig. in wealthy and pleasant company

Child Words of 芝兰

orchid (蘭花|兰花 Cymbidium goeringii)

Zoysia pungens