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扩展 (kuòzhǎn) - use 拓宽 when emphasizing the action of broadening, especially in a physical or metaphorical sense, while 扩展 often refers to extending or expanding in a more general or abstract manner.
This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in discussions about development and growth. Be mindful of its collocation with nouns related to growth, such as 视野 (shìyě, horizons) or 思维 (sīwéi, thinking).
Although 拓宽 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects with HSK level 4 words related to growth and expansion, such as 增加 (zēngjiā, to increase) and 发展 (fāzhǎn, to develop). Focus on understanding its application in various contexts.
Learners often confuse 拓宽 with 发展 (fāzhǎn, to develop), but while 发展 implies growth in a particular direction, 拓宽 specifically emphasizes expansion. For example, saying '我想发展我的视野' (I want to develop my horizons) is less precise than '我想拓宽我的视野.'
Pronunciation of 拓宽
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Component Characters
How to say to broaden in Chinese
“to broaden” in Chinese is拓宽
拓宽 (tuòkuān) means to broaden or expand, often used in the context of increasing scope, range, or opportunities. It can refer to physical spaces, such as expanding a road, or metaphorical concepts, like broadening one's horizons or perspectives.
When to use 拓宽
This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in discussions about development and growth. Be mindful of its collocation with nouns related to growth, such as 视野 (shìyě, horizons) or 思维 (sīwéi, thinking).
拓宽 or something close to it
扩展 (kuòzhǎn) - use 拓宽 when emphasizing the action of broadening, especially in a physical or metaphorical sense, while 扩展 often refers to extending or expanding in a more general or abstract manner.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 拓宽 with 发展 (fāzhǎn, to develop), but while 发展 implies growth in a particular direction, 拓宽 specifically emphasizes expansion. For example, saying '我想发展我的视野' (I want to develop my horizons) is less precise than '我想拓宽我的视野.'
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Cultural Notes for 拓宽
The idea of broadening perspectives is universally valued, but in Western cultures, it may be more associated with individualism and personal achievement, whereas in Chinese culture, it is often tied to collective growth and social harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions about 拓宽
You can use 扩展 (kuòzhǎn) or 增长 (zēngzhǎng) as synonyms, depending on the context.
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