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.
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.
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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Case file: 露
Phonosemantic compound. 雨 represents the meaning and 路 represents the sound.
- 1The meaning half雨 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half路 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayrain
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to show in Chinese
“to show” in Chinese is露
The character 露 (lòu) primarily means 'to reveal' or 'to show' something, often something that was hidden. In contexts like '露水' (dew), it refers to moisture that appears outdoors, while it can also imply a sense of exposure or betrayal when discussing emotions or secrets.
When to use 露
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).
露 or something close to it
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.
What learners get wrong
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.
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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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新的研究结果____出科学家的创新能力。
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Word Family of 露
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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.
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