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    Expressing to send or dispatch with 发 (fā)

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    Structure

    Subject + 发 + Object

    Explanation

    The verb 发 (fā) means 'to send' or 'to dispatch.' It is a versatile and commonly used verb that appears in many contexts, from sending messages (发消息) to sending packages. It often combines with other characters to form compound verbs like 发出 or 发送.

    Examples

    • 你把那个文件发给我看看。

      Nǐ bǎ nàge wénjiàn fā gěi wǒ kànkan.

      Send me that file so I can take a look.

    • 她每天早上都会发一条朋友圈。

      Tā měitiān zǎoshang dōu huì fā yì tiáo péngyǒu quān.

      She posts on her Moments every morning.

    • 我已经把快递发出去了，明天就能到。

      Wǒ yǐjīng bǎ kuàidì fāchūqù le, míngtiān jiù néng dào.

      I've already sent out the package; it should arrive tomorrow.

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