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散布 (sànbù) vs 分发 (fēnfā) — use 分散 when emphasizing the scattering or dispersal aspect, while 散布 focuses more on spreading information or ideas, and 分发 is about distributing items.
Be careful not to confuse 分散 with 集中 (jí zhōng), which means to concentrate. 分散 is more commonly used in informal contexts, while in formal writing, you might use 分配 (fēn pèi) when discussing distribution. Keep in mind that the tone can affect meaning, so practice the four tones to avoid miscommunication.
As a level 6 word, 分散 connects with other advanced terms related to distribution and allocation. Focus on its usage in academic or business contexts where resource management is discussed, and practice using it in sentences to solidify understanding.
Learners often confuse 分散 with the similar-sounding 分配 (fēn pèi), which specifically means to allocate or assign. For example, saying '我们需要分配这些人' (We need to scatter these people) is incorrect; instead, use '分散' appropriately.
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How to say to scatter in Chinese
“to scatter” in Chinese is分散
分散 (fēn sàn) means to scatter, disperse, or distribute something over a wide area. It is commonly used in contexts such as distributing resources, people, or information, often implying a movement away from a central point or concentration.
When to use 分散
Be careful not to confuse 分散 with 集中 (jí zhōng), which means to concentrate. 分散 is more commonly used in informal contexts, while in formal writing, you might use 分配 (fēn pèi) when discussing distribution. Keep in mind that the tone can affect meaning, so practice the four tones to avoid miscommunication.
分散 or something close to it
散布 (sànbù) vs 分发 (fēnfā) — use 分散 when emphasizing the scattering or dispersal aspect, while 散布 focuses more on spreading information or ideas, and 分发 is about distributing items.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 分散 with the similar-sounding 分配 (fēn pèi), which specifically means to allocate or assign. For example, saying '我们需要分配这些人' (We need to scatter these people) is incorrect; instead, use '分散' appropriately.
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Grammar Patterns of 分散
分散 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 3 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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他打算把资金____存到不同的购房互助会的账户上。
His plan is to spread the capital between various building society accounts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 分散
You can say '这些资源需要分散到各个部门' (These resources need to be distributed to various departments).
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