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明显 (míngxiǎn) vs 显著 (xiǎnzhù) — use 显 (xiǎn) for general clarity or demonstration, while 明显 (míngxiǎn) emphasizes obviousness, and 显著 (xiǎnzhù) highlights significance or prominence.
Learners often confuse 顯 with its synonym 明 (míng), which means 'bright' or 'clear' but is not used in all contexts. This word is more formal and may appear in academic or literary settings. Be mindful not to use it casually when a simpler word might suffice.
Although 顯 is not included in the HSK list, it connects well with other words describing clarity and visibility, such as 明 (míng) and 清楚 (qīngchǔ). Focus on contexts where you might use 顯 to describe something that stands out or is obvious.
Learners sometimes confuse 顯 with 显示 (xiǎnshì), which specifically means 'to show' or 'display'. For example, saying '这个意见显' (Zhège yìjiàn xiǎn) instead of '这个意见显而易见' (Zhège yìjiàn xiǎn'éryìjiàn) is incorrect; the latter correctly conveys that the opinion is evident.
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Etymology of 顯
Phonosemantic compound. 日 represents the meaning and 业 represents the sound. Simplified form of 顯.
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Origin
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Decomposition of 顯
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How to say clear, evident; prominent; to show in Chinese
“clear, evident; prominent; to show” in Chinese is顯
The character 顯 (xiǎn) means 'clear' or 'evident', often used to describe something that is prominent or easily noticeable. It can also imply the act of showing or demonstrating something, making it a versatile term in various contexts such as communication or presentation.
When to use 顯
Learners often confuse 顯 with its synonym 明 (míng), which means 'bright' or 'clear' but is not used in all contexts. This word is more formal and may appear in academic or literary settings. Be mindful not to use it casually when a simpler word might suffice.
顯 or something close to it
明显 (míngxiǎn) vs 显著 (xiǎnzhù) — use 显 (xiǎn) for general clarity or demonstration, while 明显 (míngxiǎn) emphasizes obviousness, and 显著 (xiǎnzhù) highlights significance or prominence.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse 顯 with 显示 (xiǎnshì), which specifically means 'to show' or 'display'. For example, saying '这个意见显' (Zhège yìjiàn xiǎn) instead of '这个意见显而易见' (Zhège yìjiàn xiǎn'éryìjiàn) is incorrect; the latter correctly conveys that the opinion is evident.
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