散发 sànfā to distribute
to distribute; to emit; to issue
How to remember 散发: 散 to scatter + 发 send out = to distribute.
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How it is used
- Two senses: to emit/give off - 散发香味 (sànfā xiāngwèi) give off a fragrance, 散发魅力 (sànfā mèilì) exude charm; and to hand out/distribute - 散发传单 (sànfā chuándān) hand out flyers.
- The 'emit' sense is common for smells, light, warmth, and an aura/quality.
- Formal-neutral; the reading is sàn (fourth tone).
Example sentences
- 这朵花散发出强烈的香味。 Zhè duǒhuā sànfāchū qiángliè de xiāngwèi.This flower gives off a strong fragrance.