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氾濫 (hànlàn) is often used in a more literary or formal context, while 泛滥 (fànlàn) is more commonly used in everyday speech.
泛滥 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about environmental issues or social problems. Be careful not to confuse it with the similar-sounding words that have different meanings, and remember to use the correct tone for each syllable to avoid misunderstandings.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 泛滥 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to natural disasters and societal issues. Students should focus on the nuances of its metaphorical uses and practice using it in various contexts, especially in writing and discussion.
Learners often mistakenly use 泛滥 to describe a controlled situation, like '这场比赛泛滥了' (This match flooded), which is incorrect. Instead, it should only be used for situations of overflow or unchecked spread.
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How to say to be in flood in Chinese
“to be in flood” in Chinese is泛滥
泛滥 (fànlàn) refers to the overflow of water beyond its normal boundaries, such as rivers flooding their banks. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the unchecked spread of negative phenomena or ideas, indicating a situation that is out of control or excessive in nature.
When to use 泛滥
泛滥 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about environmental issues or social problems. Be careful not to confuse it with the similar-sounding words that have different meanings, and remember to use the correct tone for each syllable to avoid misunderstandings.
泛滥 or something close to it
氾濫 (hànlàn) is often used in a more literary or formal context, while 泛滥 (fànlàn) is more commonly used in everyday speech.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 泛滥 to describe a controlled situation, like '这场比赛泛滥了' (This match flooded), which is incorrect. Instead, it should only be used for situations of overflow or unchecked spread.
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Grammar Patterns of 泛滥
泛滥 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 4 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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Frequently Asked Questions about 泛滥
You can say '这条河在暴雨后泛滥了' (This river flooded after the heavy rain) or '假新闻在网络上泛滥' (Fake news spreads unchecked on the internet).
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