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展开
zhǎnkāi
Description
"展开"的意思是把折起来的东西打开，也可以指一件事情开始进行或大范围地进行。
"展开" means to open something that is folded, or it can refer to starting or carrying out something on a large scale.
我们常说"展开讨论"或"展开工作"。
We often say "展开讨论" (start a discussion) or "展开工作" (begin work).
Meanings
展开zhǎnkāi
to spread out; to unfold
他把地图展开，放在桌子上。
He unfolded the map and placed it on the table.
展开zhǎnkāi
to launch; to carry out on a large scale
大家展开了热烈的讨论。
Everyone engaged in a lively discussion.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
展 (to spread) + 开 (open), together meaning to unfold or begin.
- Nuance
展开 focuses on spreading out or starting; 开展 is more formal for activities.
In videos
“这面的天线和对面的天线都会展开”
“围绕这些核心动作展开”
“我们就不一一展开了”
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