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Expressing 'to emit' with 散发 (sànfā)
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Direction & Movement
Structure
Subject + 散发 + 着 + Object
Explanation
散发 (sànfā) means "to emit," "to give off," or "to radiate." It is used to describe the release of light, fragrance, heat, or other qualities from an object, as in 散发着光芒 (emitting radiance).
Examples
花园里的玫瑰散发着迷人的香气。
Huāyuán lǐ de méiguī sànfāzhe mírén de xiāngqì.
The roses in the garden give off a captivating fragrance.
夕阳散发出温暖的金色光芒。
Xīyáng sànfā chū wēnnuǎn de jīnsè guāngmáng.
The setting sun emits a warm golden glow.
刚出炉的面包散发着诱人的味道。
Gāng chūlú de miànbāo sànfāzhe yòurén de wèidào.
The freshly baked bread gives off an enticing aroma.