bou3 cit3佈設布设

Jyutpingbou3 cit3

Yalebou chit

Definition

To set up, arrange, or deploy.

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How it's used

Focuses on the physical arrangement or installation of equipment, infrastructure, or decorative elements. It implies a deliberate, structured process rather than just placing things randomly. Use it when describing technical setups like security cameras or aesthetic arrangements for events.

Examples

keoi5佢dei6哋ji5已ging1經bou3佈cit3設hou2好saai3晒di1啲mong5網lok6絡sin3線。

They have already finished setting up all the network cables.

ni1呢go3個coeng4場dei6地bou3佈cit3設dak1得hou2好leng3靚aa4呀。

The setup of this venue is very beautiful.

Common phrases

bou3佈cit3設mong5網lok6絡

set up a network

bou3佈cit3設ham6陷zing6阱

set a trap

Common mistake

Often confused with 佈置, which specifically refers to interior decoration or arranging furniture and ornaments to make a space look nice. 佈設 carries a more functional or technical connotation compared to the artistic focus of 佈置.