cultivate

US /ˈkʌl.tə.veɪt/
UK /ˈkʌl.tə.veɪt/
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1.

耕種, 種植

prepare and use (land) for crops or gardening

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Farmers cultivate the land to grow corn and wheat.
農民耕種土地以種植玉米和小麥。
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She decided to cultivate a small herb garden in her backyard.
她決定在後院種植一個小藥草園。
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farmtillplowsowplant
2.

培養, 發展

try to acquire or develop (a quality, sentiment, or skill)

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It's important to cultivate good habits from a young age.
從小培養好習慣很重要。
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She worked hard to cultivate a positive relationship with her colleagues.
她努力培養與同事的積極關係。
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fosternurturedeveloppromoteimprove