to tend
01
倾向于, 往往
to be likely to develop or occur in a certain way because that is the usual pattern
Transitive: to tend to do sth
例子
Some plants tend to thrive in direct sunlight, while others prefer shade.
一些植物倾向于在阳光直射下茁壮成长，而另一些则喜欢阴凉处。
People from that region tend to be fluent in multiple languages due to their diverse cultural influences.
由于多元文化的影响，那个地区的人们倾向于精通多种语言。
02
照料, 照顾
to care for the needs of someone or something with attention and responsibility
Transitive: to tend sb/sth
例子
The gardener tends to the flowers, ensuring they receive proper water and sunlight.
园丁照料花朵，确保它们得到适当的水和阳光。
A nurse tends to the patients, offering medical care and comfort.
护士照顾病人，提供医疗护理和安慰。
03
照料, 管理
to run or be actively involved in the care or management of something
Dialect
American
AmericanTransitive: to tend a business or activity
例子
They tend the store during business hours, handling customer inquiries and sales.
他们在营业时间管理商店，处理客户咨询和销售。
He tends the bar, mixing drinks and interacting with customers.
他经营酒吧，调制饮料并与顾客互动。
词汇树
distend
subtend
tendency
tend
