verb, adjective, noun, particle, modal particle · to put or place something in a specific location or position

这种药一定要放在孩子够不到的地方。

verb, punctuation · to release, free, or let go of someone or something

他把抓到的蝴蝶放了。

verb · to set off fireworks or let out/discharge something

过年的时候，大家都会放烟花。

verb · to play or broadcast media content such as recordings, music, or films.

收音机正在放新闻。

verb · to have a holiday or period of time off from work or school

学校明天放一天假。

verb · to give way to or allow a certain behavior or impulse, especially when it is negative or excessive; to tolerate or condone.

这孩子管得不严，心都放野了。

verb · to emit or radiate something such as light, heat, or energy.

这颗钻石在灯下正放着光。

adjective, verb · describing behavior that is bold, unrestrained, or lacking in social decorum, often implying a lack of self-control or disregard for conventions.

他这人太放了，一点也不懂规矩。