解散
会议结束后，主席宣布解散会议。
After the meeting ended, the chairman announced to dismiss the meeting.
To formally end an organization, group, or gathering, often by official order or decision.
法院判决解散这家公司。
The court ordered the dissolution of the company.
游行队伍被警察解散。
The protest group was dispersed by the police.
Commonly used in legal, political, or organizational contexts.
To break up or separate, often referring to a group or assembly.
晚会结束后，客人开始解散。
After the party ended, the guests began to disperse.
Used for informal gatherings or crowds.
Pro Tip
Distinguish from '解体'
'解散' emphasizes the act of ending or dispersing, often by authority or decision, while '解体' (jiětǐ) implies a natural or forced breakdown of a structure, such as a building collapsing or an organization falling apart.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal Use
Use '解散' in formal contexts like legal or organizational settings. For informal gatherings, '散开' (sànkāi, 'to scatter') or '离开' (líkāi, 'to leave') may be more natural.
Word Origin
Composed of 解 (jiě, 'to separate' or 'to release') and 散 (sàn, 'to scatter' or 'to dissolve'). The compound verb conveys the idea of breaking apart or ending an organized structure.
Usage Notes
In legal contexts, '解散' often implies a formal or official end, such as dissolving a company or organization. In social contexts, it can mean dispersing a crowd or ending a gathering.