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March 24, 2026
浏览(瀏覽)liúlǎn(liu2lan3)
浏览 means to skim through or browse content quickly without focusing on every detail. It is commonly used in the context of reading articles, websites, or any material where one is looking for specific information rather than an in-depth understanding.
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Cultural Note
In modern Chinese culture, especially with the rise of the internet, 浏览 is frequently used in relation to online activities, such as browsing social media or news websites, reflecting the fast-paced information consumption of today.
Memory Tip
Think of 浏览 as 'liu' (流) meaning flow and 'lan' (览) meaning to view. Imagine a river (流) flowing quickly over pages (览) of a book, giving you a fast overview without stopping to read every word.
Meanings of 浏览
liúlǎn(liu2lan3)
1to skim over
2to browse
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About 浏览
浏览Simplified
瀏覽Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#9191Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 浏览
Quick Contrast
浏览 (liúlǎn) vs 阅读 (yuèdú) — choose 浏览 when emphasizing skimming through content, whereas 阅读 implies a more thorough reading.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 浏览 as 'liu' (流) meaning flow and 'lan' (览) meaning to view. Imagine a river (流) flowing quickly over pages (览) of a book, giving you a fast overview without stopping to read every word.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 浏览 with 读 (dú), which means to read thoroughly. While 浏览 is informal, it can be used in both casual and formal contexts, especially in digital communication. Common collocations include 浏览网页 (browse the web) and 浏览信息 (browse information).
HSK Study Tips
As HSK Level 5, 学生 (students) should focus on using 浏览 in contexts related to technology and media. Connecting this word with other HSK 5 terms like 信息 (information) and 文章 (article) can enhance understanding of how to apply it in real-life scenarios.
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese culture, especially with the rise of the internet, 浏览 is frequently used in relation to online activities, such as browsing social media or news websites, reflecting the fast-paced information consumption of today.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 浏览 with 读 (dú) and use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我浏览这本书' (I browse this book) is incorrect; it should be '我读这本书' (I read this book) when referring to thorough reading.
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Grammar Patterns of 浏览
浏览 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 2 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.
Exercise 1 of 5
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我只是又快速____了一遍你的书。
I just had a quick scan through your book again.
Example Sentences for 浏览 (7)
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1
我只是又快速浏览了一遍你的书。
wǒ zhī shì yòu kuài sù liú lǎn le yī biàn nǐ de shū。
I just had a quick scan through your book again.
2
他先快速地浏览页面，然后再细细阅读。
tā xiān kuài sù dì liú lǎn yè miàn， ， rán hòu zài xì xì yuè。
He skimmed the pages quickly, then read them again more carefully.
3
我想我得快速浏览一下最近发生的事情。
wǒ xiǎng wǒ dé kuài sù liú lǎn yī xià zuì jìn fā shēng de shì qíng。
I thought I'dhave a quick flick through some recent issues.
Regina and Tracy like to window - shop, especially at the expensive stores downtown.
Cultural Notes for 浏览
🏮Cultural insight
In modern Chinese culture, especially with the rise of the internet, 浏览 is frequently used in relation to online activities, such as browsing social media or news websites, reflecting the fast-paced information consumption of today.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, 'browsing' often implies a leisurely activity, such as shopping or reading, while in Chinese contexts, it can also convey a sense of urgency or efficiency in accessing information quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions about 浏览
While you can technically use 浏览 for any reading, it is more appropriate for digital content or fast overviews rather than deep reading of books.
浏览 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but is more commonly seen in casual conversation.
浏览 means to skim or browse quickly, whereas 读 implies a more thorough and detailed reading.
