丰盛

fēng shèng
Meaning: plentiful; lavish (esp. food)

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丰盛 (fēng shèng)

'丰盛' (fēng shèng) is an adjective meaning 'plentiful' or 'lavish', especially describing an abundance of food—think of a festive banquet with many dishes, generous portions, and rich variety. The first character 丰 (fēng) means 'abundant' or 'bountiful', often associated with harvests and prosperity; the second character 盛 (shèng) means 'flourishing', 'thriving', or 'grand'. Together, they intensify each other to convey opulence and fullness, particularly in culinary contexts.

This word is commonly used for meals—breakfast, banquets, holiday feasts—or figuratively for abundant resources (e.g., natural resources), though food remains its dominant domain. It carries a positive, warm connotation, suggesting generosity, celebration, and satisfaction. Unlike neutral terms like 'many' or 'a lot', 丰盛 implies quality as well as quantity: the food is not just plentiful but also varied, high-quality, and thoughtfully prepared.

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