The literal meaning of "a tree can't grow without roots, and a man can't stand without ambition" means that a tree can't grow without roots, and a man can't achieve great things without ambition.

"A tree without roots won't grow long, and a man without ambition won't stand" is a folk proverb, telling people to have lofty aspirations in order to achieve outstanding achievements.

A sentence similar to the meaning of a tree without roots:

1. You can't let go of your ambition in one day.

2. Be determined to become a Taoist and express your ambition.

Learning from the sea is better than climbing mountains.

Living without an aim is like sailing without a compass.

I live aimlessly, but my life is mediocre.