Definition
盆景 is the Chinese art of growing miniature trees and landscapes in a pot, often shaped through pruning and wiring to create a natural scene. It's a traditional craft that emphasizes harmony between the plant, container, and rocks. While similar to Japanese bonsai, Chinese 盆景 often includes miniature rock formations and figures to create a complete landscape.
n.
potted landscapeminiature treesbonsai (Chinese art form)
Examples
- 盆景。Zhè pén pén jǐng yǐjīng yǒu èrshí nián de lìshǐ le.This potted landscape already has a history of twenty years.
- 盆景。Tā xǐhuan zài yángtái shàng bǎinòng pén jǐng.He likes to tinker with miniature trees on the balcony.
- 盆景。Zhōngguó de pén jǐng yìshù zài shìjiè hěn yǒumíng.The Chinese art of potted landscapes is very famous in the world.
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