Definition
表现 (biǎoxiàn) means to show, display, or manifest a quality/ability, or to behave in a particular way (e.g., at work). It differs from 表演 (biǎoyǎn, HSK3), which is specifically for performing a skill or putting on a show—like acting, dancing, or demonstrating a trick. 表现 is broader and includes everyday behavior and emotional expression, while 为人 (wéirén, HSK7) focuses on one's character or moral conduct.
verb
to showto displayto manifest (a quality, feeling, or ability)to performto behave (in a particular way)
Examples
- 表现。Tā zài gōngzuò zhōng biǎo xiàn dé hěn hǎo.He performs very well at work.
- 表现。Zhè cì kǎoshì tā biǎo xiàn chū le zìjǐ de zhēnshí shuǐpíng.In this exam she showed her true level.
- 表现。Zhège háizi zài jiā lǐ biǎo xiàn dé búcuò.This child behaves pretty well at home.
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