Definitions
- 1. to disseminate; to propagate; to spread
Word relationships
Related words
4 itemsto disseminate
传播 often refers to the spreading of information, ideas, or diseases, while 宣传 emphasizes promoting or publicizing with a purpose.
to disseminate
散布 can be used for spreading rumors or scattered objects, more casual; 传播 is broader and more neutral.
to infect
传染 specifically means to infect or transmit a disease; 传播 can include diseases but also information.
to spread
流传 emphasizes passing down through time or across generations, often stories or traditions, while 传播 is about active spreading.
Usage notes
Collocations
Commonly collocates with abstract nouns like 信息 (information), 知识 (knowledge), 疾病 (disease).
Common mistakes
Not used with concrete physical objects; use 散播 or 扩散 for spreading things like seeds or liquids.
Example Sentences
2 shown这种病毒 传播 得很快。
互联网是一种重要的信息 传播 媒介。
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