広 (guǎng) - Japanese shinjitai (simplified form) of Chinese character 廣, & to expand, to spread.

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guǎng ｜ 5 strokes ｜ radical: 广

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広 · guǎng

Japanese shinjitai (simplified form) of Chinese character 廣, meaning wide, broad, extensive;

to expand, to spread.

Japanese shinjitai (simplified form) of Chinese character 廣,to expand, to spread.

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

  • 寬— wide, broad
  • 闊— wide, vast
  • 博— extensive, ample

Antonyms

  • 窄— narrow
  • 狭— narrow, confined

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This is a wide road (広い道).
  • He has broad knowledge (広い知識).
  • The company expanded its business (事業を広げた).
  • This park is spacious (広い公園).

Collocations

  • Wide(広い)
  • To spread(広げる)
  • To broadcast(広める)
  • Width(広さ)
  • Widespread(広範囲)
  • Advertisement(広告)

Idioms

  • Wide learning and strong memory(博覧強記)
  • Vast territory and abundant resources(地大物博)
  • To spread far and wide(広く行き渡る)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 広 is the simplified form used in Japanese (shinjitai) for the traditional Chinese character 廣.
  • The character carries positive connotations of expansion, prosperity, and inclusivity in both Chinese and Japanese cultures.
  • In naming, it suggests breadth of vision, generosity of spirit, and expansive potential.

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