排列

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The verb 排列 (pái liè) means 'to arrange in order' or 'to line up.' It is commonly used when organizing objects, people, or data in a specific sequence or pattern.

Common Contexts

  • Arranging physical objects like books, chairs, or athletes.
  • Sorting digital files or data automatically.
  • Describing the formation or order of people or things.

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

排列 is more formal and specific than just (to arrange) because it emphasizes the order or sequence. It often appears in contexts where the order matters, such as sorting or lining up. Avoid confusing 排列 with 排队 (páiduì), which specifically means 'to queue' or 'stand in line.'

Example Sentences

Please arrange these books in alphabetical order.

The computer can automatically arrange files for easy searching.

The athletes lined up on the field preparing for the competition.