Chinese
fāchū
Meaning: to emit; to issue; to send out
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

機器發出奇怪的聲音。
机器发出奇怪的声音。
The machine emitted a strange sound.
獅子發出了一聲大吼。
The lion let out a loud roar.
太陽發出耀眼的光芒。
The sun emits dazzling rays of light.
溪水在山間緩緩流淌,發出悅耳的聲音。
The stream water flows slowly through the mountains, making a pleasant sound.
我們已經收到了您的貨款,貨物將於明天發出。
We have received your payment; the goods will be sent out tomorrow.

Usage Notes

Used to describe the act of sending out things like sounds, light, signals, or issuing commands and invitations.

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