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展示 (zhǎnshì) is used when emphasizing the act of exhibiting or presenting something for others to see, while 显示 (xiǎnshì) focuses more on the clarity or visibility of the information being presented.
Be mindful of the context when using 显示, as it is more formal and often used in written communication, such as reports and presentations. A common mistake is to confuse it with 表示 (biǎoshì), which means to express or indicate more generally. Instead of saying '我显示我的观点' (I show my viewpoint), it's better to say '我表达我的观点' (I express my viewpoint).
As an HSK Level 5 word, 显示 connects with other words related to communication and information, such as 说明 (shuōmíng, to explain) and 展示 (zhǎnshì, to exhibit). Focus on its usage in both spoken and written contexts to enhance your understanding.
Learners often misuse 显示 when they mean to express an opinion or feeling, leading to phrases like '我显示我喜欢这个' (I show that I like this), which should be corrected to '我表达我喜欢这个' (I express that I like this).
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How to say to show in Chinese
“to show” in Chinese is显示
The verb 显示 (xiǎnshì) means to show or display something clearly, often used in contexts where information or data is being presented. It can refer to visual representations, such as graphs or screens, as well as the act of demonstrating a point or concept in discussions and presentations.
When to use 显示
Be mindful of the context when using 显示, as it is more formal and often used in written communication, such as reports and presentations. A common mistake is to confuse it with 表示 (biǎoshì), which means to express or indicate more generally. Instead of saying '我显示我的观点' (I show my viewpoint), it's better to say '我表达我的观点' (I express my viewpoint).
显示 or something close to it
展示 (zhǎnshì) is used when emphasizing the act of exhibiting or presenting something for others to see, while 显示 (xiǎnshì) focuses more on the clarity or visibility of the information being presented.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 显示 when they mean to express an opinion or feeling, leading to phrases like '我显示我喜欢这个' (I show that I like this), which should be corrected to '我表达我喜欢这个' (I express that I like this).
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Grammar Patterns of 显示
显示 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 4 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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结果____舆论出现一定程度的右倾。
The result reflects a modest rightward shift in opinion.
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You can say '这个图表显示了我们的销售趋势' (This chart shows our sales trends).
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