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March 24, 2026
安排ānpái(an1pai2)
安排 (ān pái) means to arrange or set up something in an organized manner. It is commonly used in contexts such as scheduling events, planning activities, or organizing tasks. The term conveys a sense of careful preparation and methodical arrangement.
Frequency#829DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, proper arrangements are often seen as a sign of respect and professionalism, especially in business settings. The idea of planning ahead aligns with the value placed on harmony and avoiding last-minute chaos.
Memory Tip
Think of '安排' as a scene where you are 'an' (安) 'pie' (排) of neatly organized plans laid out on a table. The visual of pie slices representing different tasks can help you remember the pronunciation and meaning.
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AI Study Notes for 安排
Quick Contrast
安排 (ān pái) vs 组织 (zǔ zhī) — use 安排 for individual scheduling or planning, while 组织 focuses on the broader coordination of groups or systems.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '安排' as a scene where you are 'an' (安) 'pie' (排) of neatly organized plans laid out on a table. The visual of pie slices representing different tasks can help you remember the pronunciation and meaning.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse '安排' with '安排好', which means to arrange well; this indicates a successful arrangement. It is typically used in both formal and informal contexts, but in professional settings, it’s important to use complete sentences to convey clarity. Common collocations include '安排会议' (arrange a meeting) and '安排时间' (arrange time).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, '安排' connects well with other verbs related to planning, such as '计划' (jì huà - to plan) and '组织' (zǔ zhī - to organize). Focus on using it in sentences that describe your daily or work-related arrangements to enhance your vocabulary retention.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, proper arrangements are often seen as a sign of respect and professionalism, especially in business settings. The idea of planning ahead aligns with the value placed on harmony and avoiding last-minute chaos.
Common Mistakes
Learners often forget to pair '安排' with a direct object, leading to sentences like '我安排' (I arrange) without specifying what is being arranged. Correct usage would be '我安排会议' (I arrange a meeting).
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Grammar Patterns of 安排
安排 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
The menu is all-important. Every component of every meal should create contrasts.
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米切尔的日程安排使他无法休假。
mǐ qiē ěr de rì chéng ān pái shǐ tā wú fǎ xiū jiǎ。
Mitchel's schedule had not permitted him to take time off.
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他付完钱后被安排到了头等舱。
tā fù wán qián hòu bèi ān pái dào le tóu děng cāng。
He paid for and was assigned a cabin in first class.
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你给他安排好工作后他就突然不见了。
nǐ gěi tā ān pái hǎo gōng zuò hòu tā jiù tū rán bù jiàn le。
He vanished after you fixed him with a job.
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Cultural Notes for 安排
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, proper arrangements are often seen as a sign of respect and professionalism, especially in business settings. The idea of planning ahead aligns with the value placed on harmony and avoiding last-minute chaos.
Frequently Asked Questions about 安排
Yes, '安排' can be used in both personal and professional contexts, such as arranging a family event or a business meeting.
While both mean to plan or arrange, '安排' often implies setting up details and organizing logistics, whereas '计划' focuses more on the broader goals or plans.
'安排' can be used in both formal and informal settings, but clarity is crucial in professional environments.
