发布

fā bù

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 5 Verb Common

Definitions

1. to release
2. to issue
3. to announce
4. to distribute
5. also written 發布|发布[fā bù]

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Word relationships

Related words

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颁布

bān bù

to issue

Specifically for issuing laws, decrees, or official documents by authorities (e.g., 发布法令 vs. 颁布法令).

发行

fā xíng

to publish

For distributing or issuing publications, currency, or securities (e.g., 发布刊物 vs. 发行刊物).

Synonyms

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发表

fā biǎo

to issue

When announcing statements, opinions, or results (e.g., 发布声明 vs. 发表声明).

宣布

xuān bù

to declare

For formally making known a decision or plan to the public (e.g., 发布消息 vs. 宣布消息).

Usage notes

Collocations

Often used with 新闻 (news), 消息 (information), 声明 (statement), 通知 (notice); not used with personal opinions or emotions.

Common mistakes

Don't confuse with 发行 (issue/distribute) which is for physical or financial items; 发布 is for announcements or digital content.

Example Sentences

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公司昨天发布了新产品。

The company released a new product yesterday.

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Words Containing 发布

news conference