Chinese
Meaning: to launch; to send out; to emit; to occur
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

這枚火箭將於明天下午發射。
这枚火箭将于明天下午发射。
This rocket will be launched tomorrow afternoon.
老闆給所有員工都發了年終獎金。
The boss gave all employees a year-end bonus.
旅行社行前所發的小冊子裡,印有旅客應注意的事項。
The booklet issued by the travel agency before the trip contains matters that passengers should pay attention to.
他因為壓力太大,快要發瘋了。
He is about to go crazy because the pressure is too high.
柳樹發了新芽。
The willow tree has sprouted new buds.

Usage Notes

A versatile verb used for launching projectiles, sending out signals, or the occurrence of events.

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