Chinese
bǎifàng
Meaning: to place; to arrange; to display
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

擺放
擺
放
摆放
摆
放

Example sentences

These books are neatly arranged on the bookshelf.
在許多文化中,人們會在墳墓前擺放鮮花,以表達哀思。
在许多文化中,人们会在坟墓前摆放鲜花,以表达哀思。
In many cultures, flowers are placed in front of graves to express remembrance.
晚餐時,餐桌上擺放著搖曳的燭光,氣氛非常浪漫。
晚餐时,餐桌上摆放著摇曳的烛光,气氛非常浪漫。
At dinner, flickering candlelight was placed on the dining table, making the atmosphere very romantic.
客廳裡擺放著一座精美雕刻的屏風。
客厅里摆放著一座精美雕刻的屏风。
In the living room, there is an exquisitely carved screen.

Usage Notes

Used when referring to the act of setting objects in a particular position or order.

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