Definition
显灵 is a separable verb (离合词) meaning 'to manifest' — used when a deity, ghost, or spirit shows its presence or power in a tangible way. It often appears in religious or supernatural contexts: a miraculous event is explained as the spirit 显灵. You can insert aspect markers or measure words between the two characters, such as 显了灵 ('manifested') or 显过灵 ('has manifested before').
v.o.
to manifest (of a deity, spirit, or supernatural being)to show one's power or presence
Examples
- 显灵。Miào lǐ de púsà céngjīng xiǎn líng guò.The bodhisattva in the temple once manifested its power.
- ，。Lǎo tàipó shuō nà kǒu jǐng xiǎn guò líng, zhì hǎo le hěn duō rén de bìng.The old woman said that well had manifested its power, curing many people's illnesses.
- 显灵，。Rúguǒ zhēn xiǎn líng, jiù qǐng gěi wǒmen yí gè xìnhào ba.If you truly manifest, please give us a sign.
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