芝兰

MEANING

1. 壹名noun

   lit. iris and orchid

   • zhīlánshēngyúshēnlín.

     芝兰生于深林。🔊

     Orchids grow in deep forests.

2. 貳名noun

   fig. exalted sentiments

   • zhīlánshēngyúshēnlín.

     芝兰生于深林。🔊

     Fragrant orchids grow in deep forests.

3. 參名noun

   (expr. of praise for noble character, beautiful surrounding, future prospects etc)

   • zhīlánshēngyúshēnlín,bùyǐwúrénérbùfāng.

     芝兰生于深林，不以无人而不芳。🔊

     Fragrant orchids grow in the deep forest, and they do not cease to be fragrant simply because no one is there to appreciate them.