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March 24, 2026
发表(發表)fābiǎo(fa1biao3)
发表 (fā biǎo) means to issue or publish something, often referring to articles, opinions, or research findings. It is commonly used in academic and media contexts when discussing the release of written works or statements. The term carries a formal tone, signifying the act of making information publicly available.
Frequency#2703DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of 发表 is often associated with the importance of academic integrity and the dissemination of knowledge. Many universities emphasize publishing research as a key part of academic progress.
Memory Tip
Think of 发表 as 'fa' (发) meaning 'to issue' and 'biao' (表) sounding like 'billboard' which is used to publish announcements. Imagine a billboard displaying a newly issued article, bringing it to the public's attention.
Think of 发表 as 'fa' (发) meaning 'to issue' and 'biao' (表) sounding like 'billboard' which is used to publish announcements. Imagine a billboard displaying a newly issued article, bringing it to the public's attention.
Usage Notes
This verb is typically used in formal contexts, such as academic publications or official statements. A common mistake is to confuse it with 发表意见 (fā biǎo yì jiàn), which specifically means 'to express opinions.' Ensure to use the correct context to avoid sounding informal.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 发表 connects to other vocabulary related to publishing and communication. Focus on its usage in formal sentences and in conjunction with other publishing-related terms to build a robust understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of 发表 is often associated with the importance of academic integrity and the dissemination of knowledge. Many universities emphasize publishing research as a key part of academic progress.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 发表 with 发表意见, using it incorrectly in contexts of casual conversation. For example, saying '我发表了一个意见' (Wǒ fā biǎo le yī gè yì jiàn) should be corrected to '我表达了我的意见' (Wǒ biǎo dá le wǒ de yì jiàn) for expressing opinions.
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Grammar Patterns of 发表
发表 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.
Many, if not most, scientific papers are presented orally at scientific meetings.
Cultural Notes for 发表
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the act of 发表 is often associated with the importance of academic integrity and the dissemination of knowledge. Many universities emphasize publishing research as a key part of academic progress.
Frequently Asked Questions about 发表
No, 发表 is typically reserved for formal publishing contexts; use 发布 (fā bù) for social media.
发表 usually refers to publishing written works, while 发布 means to release or announce something more broadly.
