Definition
脱颖而出 (tuō yǐng ér chū) is a chengyu meaning 'to stand out' specifically by revealing one's hidden talent, like the tip of an awl poking through a bag. It emphasizes the process of natural ability emerging from obscurity. Unlike 与众不同 (just 'different from most') or 出众 ('outstanding' in a general sense), it highlights a transition from being unnoticed to being recognized.
phrase
to stand outto show one's talentto distinguish oneself
Examples
- 脱颖而出，。Tā zài miànshì zhōng tuō yǐng ér chū, dédào le zhè fèn gōngzuò.She stood out in the interview and got this job.
- 脱颖而出。Tā de xīn zuòpǐn ràng tā zài yìshùjiè tuō yǐng ér chū.His new work made him stand out in the art world.
- ，脱颖而出，。Jīngguò duō nián nǔlì, tā zhōngyú tuō yǐng ér chū, chéngwéi gōngsī de zǒngjīnglǐ.After years of hard work, he finally distinguished himself and became the general manager of the company.
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