to flourish, to prosper

JLPT N5 8 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Meaning and Usage

The character (wàng) primarily means "to flourish" or "to prosper." It is often used to describe businesses, careers, or periods of time when something is thriving or very active.

Common Collocations

  • 生意 (shēngyì wàng): business is booming
  • 旺盛 (wàngshèng qī): flourishing period
  • 旺季 (wàngjì): peak season

These collocations emphasize prosperity and high activity.

Usage Notes

is typically used in positive contexts to express growth, prosperity, or vibrancy. It often appears in descriptions of commerce, festivals, or personal success. Unlike some synonyms that might focus on size or quantity, highlights energetic flourishing.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse with 旺盛 (wàngshèng), which is a compound meaning "vigorous" or "full of energy." alone is more general and can be used as an adjective or verb related to prosperity.

Register and Tone

is neutral in tone and suitable for both spoken and written Chinese. It is common in everyday conversation about business or social events.

Example Sentences

This shop is very prosperous; it has many customers every day.

During the Spring Festival, the lanterns on the street are hung abundantly,

His career is in a flourishing period and is developing rapidly.