广

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The character 广 (guǎng) primarily means 'broad' or 'vast.' It is often used to describe physical spaces like wide areas or large places, but it can also refer to abstract concepts such as broad scopes or extensive ranges.

Common Collocations

  • 广阔 (guǎngkuò): vast, extensive — used for large physical spaces like forests or deserts.
  • 广场 (guǎngchǎng): square, plaza — a public open space.
  • 广泛 (guǎngfàn): wide-ranging, extensive — often used for abstract scopes like influence or business.

Usage Notes

广 is frequently combined with other characters to form words describing size or extent. It usually appears in nouns or adjectives. When used alone, it emphasizes the idea of spaciousness or breadth. It is a formal character often seen in written language and formal speech.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 广 with similar characters like 広 (Japanese kanji) or other radicals. 广 specifically conveys the idea of width or vastness and is not used for narrow or small spaces.

Example Sentences

This forest is very vast, suitable for hiking.

He gave a speech in the square, attracting many people.

This company's business scope is very broad, involving multiple industries.