Meanings of 发
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AI Study Notes for 发
发 (fā) vs 送 (sòng) — use 发 when emphasizing the act of issuing or sending out something, while 送 focuses more on delivering something to a recipient.
Learners often confuse 发 (fā) with other similar-sounding characters. It is important to remember that 发 is used in both formal and informal contexts. Common collocations include 发信息 (fā xìn xī - send a message) and 发财 (fā cái - make a fortune).
As an HSK Level 3 word, 发 connects with other verbs and expressions related to communication and emotions. Students should focus on its varied meanings and practice using it in different sentence structures.
Learners often confuse 发 (fā) with 发 (fǎ), which has a different meaning and tone. For example, saying 发 (fǎ) instead of 发 (fā) when referring to sending a message can lead to misunderstandings.
Pronunciation of 发
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Etymology of 发
Simplified form of both 發 (send out; to issue) and 髮 (hair). Derived from 犬 (dog), the bottom component of 髮.
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Simplified form of both 發 (send out; to issue) and 髮 (hair). Derived from 犬 (dog), the bottom component of 髮.
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How to say to send out in Chinese
“to send out” in Chinese is发
The character 发 (fā) primarily means 'to send out' or 'to issue.' It is commonly used in contexts like sending out messages, expressing feelings, or developing something. Additionally, it can refer to hair and is often associated with financial success when used in certain phrases.
When to use 发
Learners often confuse 发 (fā) with other similar-sounding characters. It is important to remember that 发 is used in both formal and informal contexts. Common collocations include 发信息 (fā xìn xī - send a message) and 发财 (fā cái - make a fortune).
发 or something close to it
发 (fā) vs 送 (sòng) — use 发 when emphasizing the act of issuing or sending out something, while 送 focuses more on delivering something to a recipient.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 发 (fā) with 发 (fǎ), which has a different meaning and tone. For example, saying 发 (fǎ) instead of 发 (fā) when referring to sending a message can lead to misunderstandings.
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Grammar Patterns of 发
发 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 10 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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我们明天八点出____，好吗？
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Example Sentences for 发 (13)
Word Family of 发
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Frequently Asked Questions about 发
发 can mean 'to send out' in communication, 'to show feelings' in emotional expressions, and 'to develop' in various situations.
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