Foster
Quick Translations
- 培育
- 养育
- 促进
- 收养
Definitions
Definition
To encourage the development or growth of something (such as an idea, relationship, or skill).
In ZH
促进某事物（例如观点、关系或技能）的发展或成长。
Examples
- During the pandemic, many people had to foster new hobbies, like baking banana bread, to keep sane!
- Schools are trying to foster a positive environment, but with all the homework, I think they might be growing future comedians instead!
- The local community center aims to foster friendships through strange and ridiculous activities, like competitive bubble-wrap popping.
Cultural Notes
In English-speaking countries, 'fostering' is often associated with nurturing someone's abilities or talents, especially in educational and personal growth contexts.
Definition
To provide temporary care for children who are not able to live with their biological parents.
In ZH
为无法与亲生父母一起生活的孩子提供临时照料。
Examples
- When the raccoon family couldn't take care of their babies anymore, they fostered them to a family of squirrels who really needed some little buddies!
- In recent news, a family decided to foster a puppy, but it turned out the puppy was more suited for a circus than a house!
- She wanted to foster kittens, but ended up adopting them all because they were just too cute to let go.
Cultural Notes
'Foster care' is a system in many countries where children without stable homes can live temporarily with families that provide a supportive environment.
Definition
The act of promoting or nurturing something; care or support.
In ZH
促进或培养某事的行为；关心或支持。
Examples
- The city's foster of local artists led to a vibrant mural on Main Street that is now the backdrop for every selfie!
- Thanks to the foster of remote work, more employees are now using pajama pants as their daily work attire!
- The foster of online learning during the pandemic showed that everyone’s wifi could be tested in unimaginable ways.
Cultural Notes
As a noun, 'foster' can refer to initiatives or efforts aimed at supporting a cause or group. It can often be used in contexts involving community development and support.