Chinese
bǎi
Meaning: to place; to arrange
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

擺
摆

Example sentences

She placed the flowers on the table.
桌上擺著一個精緻的陶瓷花瓶。
桌上摆著一个精致的陶瓷花瓶。
There is an exquisite ceramic flower vase on the table.
這家店裡擺滿了各種珍貴的古玩。
这家店里摆满了各种珍贵的古玩。
This shop is full of all kinds of precious antiques.
事實擺在眼前,你不要再狡辯了。
事实摆在眼前,你不要再狡辩了。
The facts are right in front of you, stop quibbling.

Usage Notes

Refers to placing objects in a specific arrangement or position.

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