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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
披露pīlùto revealHSK 7, unknown, 29 strokes, rank #18340, Very Hard
披露pīlùto publishHSK 7, unknown, 29 strokes, rank #18340, Very Hard
披露pīlùto make publicHSK 7, unknown, 29 strokes, rank #18340, Very Hard
披露pīlùto announceHSK 7, unknown, 29 strokes, rank #18340, Very Hard
pīlù(pi1lu4)pi lu T1
  1. 1to reveal
  2. 2to publish
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March 24, 2026

披露pīlù(pi1lu4)

披露 (pīlù) means to reveal or disclose information that was previously hidden or confidential. It is commonly used in contexts such as journalism, business, and legal matters where important information must be made public for transparency or accountability.

Strokes29Frequency#18340DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

披露 is particularly relevant in the context of Chinese business practices, where transparency has become increasingly important, especially in light of recent regulatory changes aimed at combating corruption.

Memory tip

Imagine a curtain (披) being pulled back to reveal a hidden treasure (露). The character 披 suggests something being spread out or opened, while 露 reminds you of something being exposed or shown.

Meanings of 披露

pīlù(pi1lu4)
1to reveal
2to publish
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披露Simplified
29Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

揭露 (jiēlù) vs 披露 (pīlù): use 披露 when the focus is on formally disclosing information, whereas 揭露 emphasizes exposing wrongdoing or hidden truths.

Usage Notes

披露 is often used in formal contexts, so it's important to use it in appropriate settings, such as reports or announcements. A common mistake is using it in informal conversations; instead, opt for simpler terms like '说' (to say) in casual settings.

HSK Study Tips

While 披露 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it relates to HSK Level 5 terms that deal with communication and information sharing, such as 透露 (to leak or reveal). Focus on understanding the nuances of these terms to enhance your vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 披露 with 发表 (to publish), mistakenly saying '我披露这篇文章' instead of '我发表这篇文章' when referring to publishing an article. Remember that 披露 is about revealing hidden information.

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Component characters

披pīto drape over one's shoulders
HSK 68 strokes扌
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露lòuto show
HSK 621 strokes雨
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How to say to reveal in Chinese

“to reveal” in Chinese is披露pīlù

披露 (pīlù) means to reveal or disclose information that was previously hidden or confidential. It is commonly used in contexts such as journalism, business, and legal matters where important information must be made public for transparency or accountability.

When to use 披露

披露 is often used in formal contexts, so it's important to use it in appropriate settings, such as reports or announcements. A common mistake is using it in informal conversations; instead, opt for simpler terms like '说' (to say) in casual settings.

披露 or something close to it

揭露 (jiēlù) vs 披露 (pīlù): use 披露 when the focus is on formally disclosing information, whereas 揭露 emphasizes exposing wrongdoing or hidden truths.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 披露 with 发表 (to publish), mistakenly saying '我披露这篇文章' instead of '我发表这篇文章' when referring to publishing an article. Remember that 披露 is about revealing hidden information.

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Cultural Notes for 披露

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In Western cultures, the concept of disclosure may be more closely tied to individual rights and privacy, while in China, it often emphasizes collective interests and responsibility.

Frequently asked questions about 披露

No, 披露 is typically reserved for formal situations, such as news reports or official statements.

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