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广泛
guǎngfàn
extensive
HSK 5, a, 10 strokes, rank #10928, Hard
广泛
guǎngfàn
wide range
HSK 5, a, 10 strokes, rank #10928, Hard
guǎngfàn(guang3fan4)guang fan T3
1extensive
2wide range
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March 24, 2026
广泛(廣泛)guǎngfàn(guang3fan4)
The term '广泛' (guǎngfàn) refers to something that is extensive or has a wide range. It is commonly used to describe topics, knowledge, or opinions that cover a broad spectrum, often implying inclusivity and variety in a given context.
Strokes10Frequency#10928DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the idea of '广泛' is significant in education and discourse, where having a broad understanding is often valued. It reflects a cultural emphasis on comprehensive knowledge and the importance of diverse perspectives.
Memory tip
Imagine a wide field ('广') where many different flowers ('泛') bloom. The vastness of the field represents the 'extensiveness' of the knowledge or topics covered, helping you visualize both the meaning and the pronunciation.
Meanings of 广泛
guǎngfàn(guang3fan4)
1extensive
2wide range
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About 广泛
广泛Simplified
廣泛Traditional
10Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#10928Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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Quick Contrast
广泛 (extensive) vs 普遍 (universal) — use 广泛 when emphasizing diversity or variety, while 普遍 suggests something is common or widely accepted without the nuance of range.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the context in which you use '广泛'; it is often more formal and suitable for written or spoken discourse. Common collocations include '广泛的知识' (extensive knowledge) and '广泛的影响' (wide-ranging influence). Mistakes often occur with tonal pronunciation; ensure the third tone is pronounced correctly.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, '广泛' connects with other words that describe extent or range, such as '广' (wide) and '普遍' (universal). Focus on using it in contexts that describe various subjects or opinions to solidify comprehension.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '广泛' with '广阔' (vast), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '他的知识广阔' (His knowledge is vast) can be incorrect if the intention is to emphasize the variety of knowledge, where '广泛' would be more appropriate.
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The term '广泛' (guǎngfàn) refers to something that is extensive or has a wide range. It is commonly used to describe topics, knowledge, or opinions that cover a broad spectrum, often implying inclusivity and variety in a given context.
When to use 广泛
Be mindful of the context in which you use '广泛'; it is often more formal and suitable for written or spoken discourse. Common collocations include '广泛的知识' (extensive knowledge) and '广泛的影响' (wide-ranging influence). Mistakes often occur with tonal pronunciation; ensure the third tone is pronounced correctly.
广泛 or something close to it
广泛 (extensive) vs 普遍 (universal) — use 广泛 when emphasizing diversity or variety, while 普遍 suggests something is common or widely accepted without the nuance of range.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '广泛' with '广阔' (vast), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '他的知识广阔' (His knowledge is vast) can be incorrect if the intention is to emphasize the variety of knowledge, where '广泛' would be more appropriate.
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Grammar patterns of 广泛
广泛 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 2 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.
