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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
遍布biànbùto cover the whole (area)HSK 7, v, rank #9703, Hard
遍布biànbùto be found throughoutHSK 7, v, rank #9703, Hard
biànbù(bian4bu4) T4
  1. 1to cover the whole (area)
  2. 2to be found throughout
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March 24, 2026
遍布biànbù(bian4bu4)

遍布 (biàn bù) means to be distributed widely or to cover an area comprehensively. It is often used to describe things like plants, technology, or influences that are found everywhere within a certain context or location.

Frequency#9703DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

The concept of 遍布 is often used in environmental discussions in China, especially when talking about natural resources and urban development, reflecting the country's efforts toward sustainable growth.

Memory Tip

Imagine a giant 'Bian' (a type of traditional Chinese drum) that echoes sound all around, filling every corner of a vast area. The sound 'bu' (meaning 'not') is absent because the drum's presence is everywhere, symbolizing how something can be '遍布' across an area.

Meanings of 遍布

biànbù(bian4bu4)
1to cover the whole (area)
2to be found throughout
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About 遍布

遍布Simplified
Strokes
Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#9703Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 遍布

Quick Contrast

普及 (pǔjí) — use 遍布 when emphasizing widespread distribution over a large area, while 普及 focuses on the process of making something common or popular.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a giant 'Bian' (a type of traditional Chinese drum) that echoes sound all around, filling every corner of a vast area. The sound 'bu' (meaning 'not') is absent because the drum's presence is everywhere, symbolizing how something can be '遍布' across an area.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of using 遍布 in both formal and informal contexts, typically in a descriptive manner. Common collocations include '遍布全国' (spread across the country) or '遍布全市' (found throughout the city). Avoid using it in situations where the distribution is not comprehensive.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 遍布 connects with other advanced vocabulary that describes distribution and influence, such as 分布 (fēn bù, to distribute). Students should focus on understanding its use in different contexts and with various subjects.

Cultural Note

The concept of 遍布 is often used in environmental discussions in China, especially when talking about natural resources and urban development, reflecting the country's efforts toward sustainable growth.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is to use 遍布 without specifying the area or context, such as saying '遍布人' (spread people) instead of '遍布全国的人' (people found throughout the country). Always clarify what is being covered.

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Pronunciation of 遍布

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Component Characters

biàneverywhere, all over, throughout
HSK 312 strokes
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to announce
HSK 65 strokes
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Grammar Patterns of 遍布

遍布 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.

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李老师教了三十年书。她的学生____全国各地。他们中很多人都成了各行各业的骨干。

Teacher Li has taught for thirty years. Her students are spread across the country. Many of them have become key professionals in various fields.

Example Sentences for 遍布 (1)

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接着是一处遍布岩浆的岔路口.

jiē zháo shì yī chǔ biàn bù yán jiāng de chà lù kǒu.

It immediately after is a branch road which spreads all over magma.

Cultural Notes for 遍布

🏮Cultural insight

The concept of 遍布 is often used in environmental discussions in China, especially when talking about natural resources and urban development, reflecting the country's efforts toward sustainable growth.

Frequently Asked Questions about 遍布

Yes, you can describe cultural influences or communities that are widely spread using 遍布, though it is less common than for objects or phenomena.