B2 verb Formal 1 min read

奔赴

benfu /bēn fù/
Practice it

To hasten towards a place with a sense of urgency or mission.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Rush quickly to a specific destination.
  • Implies urgency, importance, or a mission.
  • Used for emergencies, duties, or significant journeys.

Overview

“奔赴”这个词语组合了“奔”（跑，急速行动）和“赴”（往，前往）两个字，生动地描绘了一种匆忙赶往某地的情景。它不仅仅是简单的“去”，而是带有强烈的方向感和紧迫感，暗示着出发者有明确的目标和不得不去的理由。

“奔赴”通常用在需要快速响应的场合，例如救援、支援、参加重要会议、赶赴战场或处理紧急事务等。它强调的是一种主动的、迅速的行动，而不是被动的等待。后面常接地点名词或表示地点的短语。

Examples

1

接到台风警报后，全体渔民迅速奔赴避风港。

everyday

After receiving the typhoon warning, all fishermen rushed to the safe harbor.

2

面对突如其来的疫情，全国各地的医护人员纷纷奔赴抗疫一线。

formal

Facing the sudden epidemic, medical staff from all over the country rushed to the front line of epidemic prevention and control.

3

听说老朋友遇到困难，他二话不说就奔赴外地去帮忙。

informal

Hearing that his old friend was in trouble, he rushed to another city to help without a second word.

4

在危急关头，战士们肩负重任，毅然奔赴硝烟弥漫的战场。

academic

At the critical juncture, the soldiers, shouldering heavy responsibilities, resolutely rushed to the smoke-filled battlefield.

Common Collocations

奔赴前线 Rush to the front line
奔赴战场 Rush to the battlefield
奔赴灾区 Rush to the disaster area
奔赴现场 Rush to the scene

Common Phrases

奔赴战场

Rush to the battlefield

奔赴灾区

Rush to the disaster area

奔赴前线

Rush to the front line

Often Confused With

奔赴 vs 前往

"前往" (qiánwǎng) is a neutral and formal term for 'to go to' or 'to proceed to'. It lacks the urgency and sense of mission inherent in "奔赴".

奔赴 vs 赶往

"赶往" (gǎnwǎng) means 'to hurry to'. It implies speed but doesn't necessarily carry the same weight of importance or critical duty as "奔赴".

Grammar Patterns

主语 + 奔赴 + 地点 主语 + 奔赴 + 地点 + 目的/原因

How to Use It

Usage Notes

"奔赴" is a dynamic verb that conveys a sense of urgency and purpose. It is often used in contexts involving emergencies, critical missions, or significant personal journeys. The tone is generally serious and determined.

Common Mistakes

Avoid using "奔赴" for simple, everyday movements like going to the market or visiting a friend casually. The word carries a connotation of importance that would be out of place in such contexts.

Tips

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Emphasize Speed and Purpose

Use "奔赴" when you want to highlight the swiftness and the determined goal of the movement.

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Avoid Casual Use

Don't use "奔赴" for everyday, mundane trips. It carries a weight of importance and urgency.

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Heroic Undertakings

The word often evokes images of bravery and dedication, like rushing to defend one's country or help those in need.

Word Origin

The character '奔' (bēn) originally depicts a person running with legs outstretched, signifying speed. '赴' (fù) means to go towards or attend. Together, they powerfully convey the idea of hastening to a destination.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, rushing to help others in times of crisis or fulfilling one's duty with determination are highly valued traits, often reflected in the use of words like "奔赴".

Memory Tip

Imagine someone 'running' (奔) to 'arrive' (赴) at a critical destination, like a firefighter rushing to a blaze.

Frequently Asked Questions

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“奔赴”通常带有更强的紧迫感和使命感，常用于描述紧急事件或重要任务的响应。而“赶往”则更通用，可以表示一般的匆忙前往，不一定有那么强烈的感情色彩。

“奔赴”后面通常接表示地点的名词或短语，例如：“奔赴战场”、“奔赴灾区”、“奔赴前线”。

大部分情况下是积极的，表示主动响应和前往。但在某些语境下，也可能表示被动但急迫的处境，例如“敌人奔赴战场”，但总体上，“奔赴”的行为者通常是有明确目的的。

适合用在需要表达速度、决心和明确目的的场合，如新闻报道中的紧急事件、文学作品中的英雄行为、或者描述个人重要的决定和行动。

Test Yourself

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接到紧急通知后，救援队立刻______灾区。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: a

此处描述的是紧急事件的快速响应，需要体现紧迫感和目的地明确，因此“奔赴”最合适。

multiple choice

下列哪个词语最符合“匆忙赶往某地并带有使命感”的语境？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: b

“奔赴”强调了行动的迅速和目的的重要性，最能表达带有使命感的匆忙前往。

sentence building

请选择最恰当的句子。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: b

“奔赴战场”是典型的使用场景，体现了英雄人物的英勇和使命感。

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