扩展

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"扩展" (kuòzhǎn) means to expand, extend, or enlarge something. It is commonly used in both physical and abstract contexts, such as expanding a business, extending software functions, or lengthening time.

Common Collocations

Usage Notes

"扩展" often implies a deliberate and planned increase or enlargement. It is more formal and technical compared to simpler verbs like "扩大" which also means to enlarge but can be more general. When talking about software or abstract concepts, "扩展" is preferred.

Common Confusions

Do not confuse "扩展" with "展开" which means to unfold or to launch. "扩展" focuses on expansion or extension, while "展开" often refers to starting or unfolding something.

Example Sentences

The company plans to expand its business to overseas markets.

The software's functions can be extended through plugins.

We need to extend the meeting time to discuss more details.