hin2 lou6顯露显露
Jyutpinghin2 lou6
Yalehín louh
Definition
To manifest, display, or make something visible.
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How it's used
Focuses on the emergence of something abstract or internal into a perceptible state, such as emotions, talents, or underlying motives. Unlike simpler words for showing, this carries a sense of gradual revelation or the natural surfacing of an inherent quality. It is frequently used in formal or analytical contexts rather than casual conversation.
Examples
His expression revealed that he is very unhappy.
How does this design manifest the brand's characteristics?
Related words
Common phrases
to reveal one's true colors
to display one's talent
Common mistake
Avoid using this for physical objects that are simply placed in view, as it implies an internal quality or hidden truth coming to light. For simply showing an object to someone, use 畀人睇 or 展示 instead.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
