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    Expressing "distributed" with 分布 (fēnbù)

    Description & Modification
    Location & Position

    Structure

    Subject + 分布 + 在 + Location

    Explanation

    The verb/adjective 分布 (fēnbù) means "distributed" or "spread out" and describes how things are scattered or arranged across an area. It is commonly used to talk about the geographical distribution of locations, populations, resources, or facilities.

    Examples

    • 这种植物主要分布在南方地区。

      Zhè zhǒng zhíwù zhǔyào fēnbù zài nánfāng dìqū.

      This type of plant is mainly distributed in southern regions.

    • 我们的分店分布在全国各大城市。

      Wǒmen de fēndiàn fēnbù zài quánguó gè dà chéngshì.

      Our branch stores are distributed across major cities nationwide.

    • 人口分布不均匀是很多国家面临的问题。

      Rénkǒu fēnbù bù jūnyún shì hěn duō guójiā miànlín de wèntí.

      Uneven population distribution is a problem many countries face.

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