fong3 zi3放置
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Yalefong ji
Definition
To place, put, or lay something down in a specific spot.
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How it's used
Unlike the simple verb 擺, which is the default choice for putting things anywhere, 放置 carries a sense of deliberate arrangement or storage. It is frequently used in formal instructions, safety guidelines, or when discussing the proper location for specific items. You will often see it in written notices or professional contexts rather than casual conversation.
Examples
Just place the documents on the table.
These dangerous goods cannot be placed at home casually.
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Common mistake
Learners often use 放置 in everyday situations where 擺 or 放 would be much more natural. Using it to describe putting a cup on a table sounds overly stiff and unnatural, similar to using 'position' instead of 'put' in English.
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Grammar guides
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