Meanings of 看得出
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What does 看得出 mean?
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看得出 (kàn de chū) vs 看得见 (kàn de jiàn) — use 看得出 when referring to perceiving or discerning something non-physically, while 看得见 specifically refers to being able to see something visually.
This expression is often used in informal contexts, especially in conversations about feelings or observations. A common mistake is to confuse it with 看不出来 (kàn bù chūlái), which means 'cannot see' or 'cannot tell.' Pay attention to the subtle differences in tone.
Although 看得出 is not an official HSK word, it incorporates vocabulary from HSK levels 1 and 2 (like 看). Focus on the structure of combining verbs and complements, as this pattern is prevalent in Chinese.
Learners often confuse 看得出 with 看得见 (kàn de jiàn), which means 'can see' but does not imply discernment. For example, saying '我看得出他在撒谎' ('I can see he is lying') is correct, while '我看得见他在撒谎' is misleading.
Pronunciation of 看得出
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How to say can see in Chinese
“can see” in Chinese is看得出
看得出 (kàn de chū) means 'to be able to see' or 'to be able to tell.' It is commonly used when someone can perceive or discern something, whether it be emotions, intentions, or physical characteristics. This phrase conveys a sense of clarity or understanding that something is evident or apparent.
When to use 看得出
This expression is often used in informal contexts, especially in conversations about feelings or observations. A common mistake is to confuse it with 看不出来 (kàn bù chūlái), which means 'cannot see' or 'cannot tell.' Pay attention to the subtle differences in tone.
看得出 or something close to it
看得出 (kàn de chū) vs 看得见 (kàn de jiàn) — use 看得出 when referring to perceiving or discerning something non-physically, while 看得见 specifically refers to being able to see something visually.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 看得出 with 看得见 (kàn de jiàn), which means 'can see' but does not imply discernment. For example, saying '我看得出他在撒谎' ('I can see he is lying') is correct, while '我看得见他在撒谎' is misleading.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 看得出
It's better suited for informal conversations, as formal contexts may require different expressions.
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