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布置
bùzhì
to put in order
HSK 6, n, 18 strokes, rank #4374, Hard
布置
bùzhì
to arrange
HSK 6, n, 18 strokes, rank #4374, Hard
布置
bùzhì
to decorate
HSK 6, n, 18 strokes, rank #4374, Hard
布置
bùzhì
to fix up
HSK 6, n, 18 strokes, rank #4374, Hard
布置
bùzhì
to deploy
HSK 6, n, 18 strokes, rank #4374, Hard
bùzhì(bu4zhi4)bu zhi T4
1to put in order
2to arrange
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March 24, 2026
布置(佈置)bùzhì(bu4zhi4)
布置 refers to the act of arranging or organizing something in a specific way. It is commonly used in contexts like decorating a space, planning an event, or organizing tasks, emphasizing the systematic and aesthetic aspects of the arrangement.
Strokes18Frequency#4374DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the arrangement of space, especially in homes and offices, is often tied to principles of feng shui, which emphasizes harmony and balance. 布置 reflects not only aesthetic choices but also cultural values in creating a conducive environment.
Memory tip
Imagine a '布' (cloth) being spread out to '置' (place) items in a beautiful arrangement. Visualize a room where colorful fabrics are used to decorate and organize every corner, making it inviting and well-ordered.
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Quick Contrast
安排 (ānpái) vs 组织 (zǔzhī) — use 布置 when focusing on the aesthetic arrangement, while 安排 emphasizes the scheduling or allocation of tasks, and 组织 refers to the overall organization or structuring of elements.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 布置 with similar words like 安排 (ānpái), which also means to arrange but is more about scheduling. Use 布置 in contexts related to decoration or spatial organization, while 安排 is better for planning events or schedules. Be mindful of the tone when speaking, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 布置 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to organization and aesthetics, like 设计 (shèjì, design) and 装饰 (zhuāngshì, decoration). Focus on sentence structures that incorporate this word to enhance your fluency in discussing events or spaces.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 布置 as a synonym for the more general term '安排' (ānpái). For example, saying '我会布置我的日程' (wǒ huì bùzhì wǒ de rìchéng) is incorrect; instead, use '我会安排我的日程' (wǒ huì ānpái wǒ de rìchéng).
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布置 refers to the act of arranging or organizing something in a specific way. It is commonly used in contexts like decorating a space, planning an event, or organizing tasks, emphasizing the systematic and aesthetic aspects of the arrangement.
When to use 布置
Common mistakes include confusing 布置 with similar words like 安排 (ānpái), which also means to arrange but is more about scheduling. Use 布置 in contexts related to decoration or spatial organization, while 安排 is better for planning events or schedules. Be mindful of the tone when speaking, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion.
布置 or something close to it
安排 (ānpái) vs 组织 (zǔzhī) — use 布置 when focusing on the aesthetic arrangement, while 安排 emphasizes the scheduling or allocation of tasks, and 组织 refers to the overall organization or structuring of elements.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 布置 as a synonym for the more general term '安排' (ānpái). For example, saying '我会布置我的日程' (wǒ huì bùzhì wǒ de rìchéng) is incorrect; instead, use '我会安排我的日程' (wǒ huì ānpái wǒ de rìchéng).
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Grammar patterns of 布置
布置 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 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.
