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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
流露liúlùto expressHSK 7, v, 31 strokes, rank #10750, Very Hard
流露liúlùto reveal (one's thoughts or feelings)HSK 7, v, 31 strokes, rank #10750, Very Hard
liúlù(liu2lu4)liu lu T2
  1. 1to express
  2. 2to reveal (one's thoughts or feelings)
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March 24, 2026

流露liúlù(liu2lu4)

流露 (liú lù) means to express or reveal one's thoughts or feelings, often in a spontaneous or unguarded manner. It is commonly used in contexts where emotions or inner thoughts are disclosed, sometimes unintentionally, and can convey a sense of authenticity or vulnerability.

Strokes31Frequency#10750DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, expressing emotions can be seen as a sign of authenticity, especially in literature and poetry. 流露 is often associated with moments of sincerity, reflecting the value placed on genuine emotional expression in interpersonal relationships.

Memory tip

Imagine a river (流) flowing (露) freely, carrying away hidden thoughts and feelings to reveal the true self. Picture a person standing by the river, letting their emotions flow out just like water, illustrating the essence of 流露.

Meanings of 流露

liúlù(liu2lu4)
1to express
2to reveal (one's thoughts or feelings)
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About 流露

流露Simplified
31Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#10750Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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流露 (liúlù) vs 表达 (biǎodá) — use 流露 for spontaneous or unguarded expression, while 表达 is more formal and deliberate.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 流露 with similar expressions like 表达 (biǎo dá, to express) or 透露 (tòu lù, to leak or disclose), which can have different nuances. 流露 is generally more informal and emotional, while 表达 is more formal and structured. Pay attention to the context in which you use it to avoid sounding overly dramatic.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 流露 connects with other advanced vocabulary focused on emotions and expression. Students should focus on its usage in literary or conversational contexts, and practice differentiating it from similar expressions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse 流露 in overly formal contexts or with the wrong tone. For example, saying '流露我的意见' (liú lù wǒ de yì jiàn) incorrectly implies revealing opinions instead of feelings; it should be '表达我的意见' (biǎo dá wǒ de yì jiàn).

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Component characters

流liúto flow
HSK 410 strokes氵
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露lòuto show
HSK 621 strokes雨
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How to say to express in Chinese

“to express” in Chinese is流露liúlù

流露 (liú lù) means to express or reveal one's thoughts or feelings, often in a spontaneous or unguarded manner. It is commonly used in contexts where emotions or inner thoughts are disclosed, sometimes unintentionally, and can convey a sense of authenticity or vulnerability.

When to use 流露

Learners often confuse 流露 with similar expressions like 表达 (biǎo dá, to express) or 透露 (tòu lù, to leak or disclose), which can have different nuances. 流露 is generally more informal and emotional, while 表达 is more formal and structured. Pay attention to the context in which you use it to avoid sounding overly dramatic.

流露 or something close to it

流露 (liúlù) vs 表达 (biǎodá) — use 流露 for spontaneous or unguarded expression, while 表达 is more formal and deliberate.

What learners get wrong

Learners often misuse 流露 in overly formal contexts or with the wrong tone. For example, saying '流露我的意见' (liú lù wǒ de yì jiàn) incorrectly implies revealing opinions instead of feelings; it should be '表达我的意见' (biǎo dá wǒ de yì jiàn).

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Grammar patterns of 流露

流露 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 2 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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他嘴上还在叫嚷着,但眼里却____出恐慌。

He was still blustering, but there was panic in his eyes.

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他嘴上还在叫嚷着,但眼里却流露出恐慌。

tā zuǐ shàng hái zài jiào rǎng zhe, dàn yǎnlǐ què liúlù chū kǒnghuāng。

He was still blustering, but there was panic in his eyes.
2
他举手投足之间流露出舞者的优雅。

tā jǔshǒu tóu jù zhījiān liúlù chū wǔ zhě de yōuyǎ。

He gestures, gesticulates, and moves with the grace of a dancer.
3
她和希尔达道别时流露出了明显的爱意。

tā hé xī ěr dá dàobié shí liúlù chū le míngxiǎn de ài yì。

She said goodbye to Hilda with a convincing show of affection.
4
最近的一次学会成员公开会上,大家普遍流露出不满情绪。

zuìjìn de yī cì xuéhuì chéngyuán gōngkāi huì shàng, dàjiā pǔbiàn liúlù chū bùmǎn qíngxù。

A recent open meeting of College members revealed widespread dissatisfaction.
5
她朝我看时眼中流露出某种神情。

tā cháo wǒ kàn shí yǎn zhōng liúlù chū mǒu zhǒng shénqíng。

There was a gleam in her eye when she looked at me.
6
这番讲话流露出一种对自由贸易不看好的态度。

zhè fān jiǎnghuà liúlù chū yī zhǒng duì zìyóu màoyì bù kànhǎo de tàidù。

This talk betrays a certain cynicism about free trade.
7
他们俩的脸上都流露出真挚友好的表情。

tāmen liǎ de liǎn shàng dōu liúlù chū zhēnzhì yǒuhǎo de biǎoqíng。

There was a sincere expression of friendliness on both their faces.
8
当他讲话时,他只流露少许个人的真实想法。

dāng tā jiǎnghuà shí, tā zhī liúlù shǎo Xǔ gèrén de zhēnshí xiǎngfǎ。

When he talks, he only gives glimpses of his real self.
9
在那首诗里他对乡村遭到的破坏流露出悲哀。

zài nà shǒu shī lǐ tā duì xiāngcūn zāodào de pòhuài liúlù chū bēi’āi。

In the poem he laments the destruction of the countryside.
10
她眼中时时流露出心不在焉的神情,思绪已飘至别处。

tā yǎn zhōng shíshí liúlù chū xīnbùzàiyān de shénqíng, sīxù yǐ piāo zhì bié chǔ。

There was a distant look in her eyes from time to time, her thoughts elsewhere.

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Cultural Notes for 流露

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Unlike in many Western cultures where expressing emotions is often encouraged, Chinese culture traditionally values restraint, making the act of 流露 particularly significant as it breaks social norms.

Frequently asked questions about 流露

No, 流露 can refer to both positive and negative feelings, such as joy or sadness.

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