Definitions
v. To put seeds in soil so they can grow.
播种
v. To cause feelings or problems to begin and spread.
散布；埋下祸根
Example
We sowed carrot seeds in the garden this morning.
今天早上，我们在花园里播下了胡萝卜种子。
Misleading online reports can sow distrust among communities and weaken confidence in public institutions.
误导性的网络报道可能在社区间散布不信任，削弱公众对公共机构的信心。
Collocations
- sow seeds
- sow doubt
- sow discord
Word family
- sower (n.)
Synonyms
- plant
Antonyms
- reap
Usage tip
过去式sowed，分词sown或sowed；母猪读/saʊ/。
FAQ
- What does sow mean?
- To put seeds in soil so they can grow. To cause feelings or problems to begin and spread.
- How is sow pronounced?
- UK /səʊ/, US /soʊ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
