Definition
发霉 is a separable verb (离合词) meaning 'to become moldy/mildewed'. It splits when inserting aspect markers (了, 过), durations, or measure words — you can say 发了一次霉 ('mildewed once') or 发过霉 ('has mildewed'). The subject is typically food, walls, or other organic material exposed to moisture.
v.o.
to become moldy or mildewed
Examples
- 发霉。Zhè kuài miànbāo yǐjīng fā méi le.This piece of bread has already gone moldy.
- 。Zhè kuài shuǐguǒ fā guò yí cì méi.This piece of fruit has mildewed once.
- 发霉。Shíwù fàng zài cháoshī de dìfang róngyì fā méi.Food left in damp places easily gets moldy.
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