verb, particle · to send out, emit, or issue

他给我发了一封邮件。

verb, noun · to show or give vent to one's feelings

别对他发脾气。

descriptive, verb, directional · used to indicate a change in a state or appearance, often referring to a color or condition (e.g., to turn dark or pale).

他的脸色发乌，看起来像是生病了。

measure word · classifier for gunshots or rounds of ammunition

枪里还有一发子弹。

verb, noun · to develop, expand, or grow

面团发得很好，蒸出的馒头很松软。

verb · to become moldy or grow fungus, typically due to age or dampness.

这些馒头已经放得发了，千万别吃。

verb · to release or launch a projectile (such as an arrow or bullet)

万箭齐发，敌军难以防守。

verb · to radiate, emanate, or shine forth, often used to describe the outward manifestation of inner state or vitality.

他的眼神中发着坚定的光彩。

verb · to become wealthy or make a bundle of money

听说他最近做生意发了，买了好几套房。

verb · to have or manifest a physical symptom or condition, such as a fever or a rash

他这两天一直发烧。