English–Chinese
“root” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyingēn
Example
这棵树的根很深，拔不出来。zhè kē shù de gēn hěn shēn bá bù chū lái
The roots of this tree are very deep and cannot be pulled out.
How to say “root” in Chinese
“Root” in Chinese is 根 (gēn).
A concealed starting point that both sustains what appears above ground and provides the basis of a larger matter.
Example sentences with 根
树的根帮助它吸收水分。shù de gēn bāng zhù tā xī shōu shuǐ fèn
A tree's roots help it absorb water.
Tips for using 根
- In everyday problem talk, this word often points to the cause beneath visible trouble, helping distinguish solving the source from merely treating the result.