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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
展出zhǎnchūto put on displayHSK 5, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #13589, Hard
展出zhǎnchūto be on showHSK 5, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #13589, Hard
展出zhǎnchūto exhibitHSK 5, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #13589, Hard
zhǎnchū(zhan3chu1)zhan chu T3
  1. 1to put on display
  2. 2to be on show
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March 24, 2026

展出zhǎnchū(zhan3chu1)

展出 (zhǎn chū) refers to the act of displaying or exhibiting something, such as art, products, or information, for public viewing. It is commonly used in contexts like art galleries, trade shows, and museums, highlighting the importance of showcasing various forms of creativity or achievement.

Strokes15Frequency#13589DifficultyHard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, exhibitions such as the Shanghai Art Fair or the China International Import Expo are significant events that showcase both domestic and international achievements, reflecting the country's growing influence in the global market.

Memory tip

Imagine an art exhibition where the artworks are not just displayed but are also 'chanting' their stories to the audience. The character 展 (zhǎn) looks like a person pointing towards something, while 出 (chū) resembles something coming out or emerging from a place.

Meanings of 展出

zhǎnchū(zhan3chu1)
1to put on display
2to be on show
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展出Simplified
15Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5AdvancedCEFRC2

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展示 (zhǎnshì) — use 展出 (zhǎnchū) when emphasizing the act of exhibiting to the public, while 展示 (zhǎnshì) focuses more on the act of showing or presenting.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 展出, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion with other similar phrases. It's often used in formal contexts, especially related to exhibitions, so it’s best to avoid using it in casual conversations about personal items.

HSK Study Tips

Although 展出 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects well with other HSK words related to art and display, such as 画 (huà - painting) and 展览 (zhǎn lǎn - exhibition). Focus on the characters and their components to better understand their meanings.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 展出 with similar terms like 展示 (zhǎn shì). For example, saying '我展出我的照片' (wǒ zhǎn chū wǒ de zhàopiàn - I exhibit my photos) is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我展示我的照片' (wǒ zhǎn shì wǒ de zhàopiàn).

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Component characters

展Zhǎnto spread out
HSK 410 strokes尸
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出chūto go out
HSK 25 strokes凵
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How to say to put on display in Chinese

“to put on display” in Chinese is展出zhǎnchū

展出 (zhǎn chū) refers to the act of displaying or exhibiting something, such as art, products, or information, for public viewing. It is commonly used in contexts like art galleries, trade shows, and museums, highlighting the importance of showcasing various forms of creativity or achievement.

When to use 展出

Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 展出, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion with other similar phrases. It's often used in formal contexts, especially related to exhibitions, so it’s best to avoid using it in casual conversations about personal items.

展出 or something close to it

展示 (zhǎnshì) — use 展出 (zhǎnchū) when emphasizing the act of exhibiting to the public, while 展示 (zhǎnshì) focuses more on the act of showing or presenting.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 展出 with similar terms like 展示 (zhǎn shì). For example, saying '我展出我的照片' (wǒ zhǎn chū wǒ de zhàopiàn - I exhibit my photos) is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我展示我的照片' (wǒ zhǎn shì wǒ de zhàopiàn).

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展出 (zhǎn chū) emphasizes the act of displaying something, while 展览 (zhǎn lǎn) refers more to the organized event or exhibition itself.

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