Meanings of 露
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AI Study Notes for 露
露 (lòu) vs 显 (xiǎn) — use 露 when emphasizing the act of revealing something that was hidden, whereas 显 focuses on making something visible or apparent.
Imagine a person named Lu (surname) standing outside in the morning, revealing the dew on the grass as the sun rises. The character 露 has a radical that resembles a person (亻) revealing something hidden beneath (露). The sound 'lòu' can be remembered as 'loudly showing' something that was once concealed.
Be careful not to confuse 露 with similar-sounding words. It is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but can have different connotations based on usage. Common collocations include 露面 (to show up) and 露出 (to expose).
Although 露 is not part of the HSK levels, it connects well with common words about visibility and exposure, such as 显示 (xiǎnshì, to show) and 显露 (xiǎnlù, to reveal). Focus on understanding its usage in various phrases and contexts to deepen comprehension.
露 is often associated with nature, particularly in poetry and literature, where dew symbolizes freshness and new beginnings. It is common in Chinese culture to reference natural elements in expressions of emotion or beauty.
Learners often confuse 露 with similar characters like 露出 (lùchū), which means 'to expose' rather than 'to reveal'. Remember that 露 emphasizes the act of showing something that was previously hidden.
Pronunciation of 露
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Etymology of 露
Phonosemantic compound. 雨 represents the meaning and 路 represents the sound.
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Grammar Patterns of 露
露 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 10 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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____西的冷淡与世故使得巴里十分不快。
Barry had his nose put out of joint by Lucy's aloof sophistication.
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Cultural Notes for 露
露 is often associated with nature, particularly in poetry and literature, where dew symbolizes freshness and new beginnings. It is common in Chinese culture to reference natural elements in expressions of emotion or beauty.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 露
In social contexts, 露 can imply revealing personal feelings or secrets, which can be seen as both positive or negative depending on the situation.