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泄露 (xièlù) - use 透露 (tòulù) when the focus is on the act of revealing information, whereas 泄露 (xièlù) emphasizes the unintended or accidental nature of the information being leaked.
Be cautious of the contexts in which you use 透露; it is often associated with negative connotations of unauthorized information sharing. Common collocations include 透露消息 (tòu lù xiāo xī - to leak news) or 透露秘密 (tòu lù mì mì - to divulge a secret). Watch out for tone errors, as mispronouncing the fourth tone can change the meaning.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 透露 connects well with other words related to communication and information, such as 交流 (jiāo liú - to communicate) and 信息 (xìn xī - information). Focus on its usage in context, especially in news reports or conversations about confidentiality.
Learners often confuse 透露 with 泄露 (xiè lù), which also means to leak but emphasizes a more intentional act. For example, saying '他透露了秘密' (Tā tòu lù le mì mì - He leaked the secret) may imply negligence, while '他泄露了秘密' (Tā xiè lù le mì mì) implies a deliberate act.
Pronunciation of 透露
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How to say to leak out in Chinese
“to leak out” in Chinese is透露
The verb 透露 (tòu lù) means to leak out or to divulge information, often in contexts where information is supposed to be kept confidential. It is commonly used in both formal and informal settings, particularly in discussions about news, secrets, or sensitive information.
When to use 透露
Be cautious of the contexts in which you use 透露; it is often associated with negative connotations of unauthorized information sharing. Common collocations include 透露消息 (tòu lù xiāo xī - to leak news) or 透露秘密 (tòu lù mì mì - to divulge a secret). Watch out for tone errors, as mispronouncing the fourth tone can change the meaning.
透露 or something close to it
泄露 (xièlù) - use 透露 (tòulù) when the focus is on the act of revealing information, whereas 泄露 (xièlù) emphasizes the unintended or accidental nature of the information being leaked.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 透露 with 泄露 (xiè lù), which also means to leak but emphasizes a more intentional act. For example, saying '他透露了秘密' (Tā tòu lù le mì mì - He leaked the secret) may imply negligence, while '他泄露了秘密' (Tā xiè lù le mì mì) implies a deliberate act.
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Grammar Patterns of 透露
透露 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 3 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.
Complete the Sentence
专家们只____了他们想透露的那些。
Experts reveal only as much as they care to.
Example Sentences for 透露 (6)
Frequently Asked Questions about 透露
While both words mean to reveal, 透露 often refers to leaking information unintentionally or in a casual context, whereas 揭露 (jiē lù) implies a more formal or intentional exposure of hidden truths.
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