露 (lù) — to reveal, to show, to expose | TongTong Chinese Dictionary

Definition

露 (lù) is a formal verb meaning 'to reveal, show, or expose', often used in writing or in compounds like 暴露 (bào lù). 暴露 is stronger and implies exposing something hidden or negative, while 曝光 (bào guāng) specifically refers to exposing to light or revealing a scandal. Note that 露 also has a colloquial pronunciation lòu used in set phrases like 露马脚 (to give oneself away).

verb

to revealto showto expose

Easily confused

路lùlook-alikeroad (a street or path)
录lùsound-aliketo record (audio/video)
鹿lùsound-alikedeer

Examples

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Tā liǎn shàng lù chū le wēi xiào.
A smile appeared on his face.
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Zhège mìmì juéduì bù néng lù chū qù.
This secret must never be leaked out.
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Tā bù xiǎoxīn lù chū le zhēnxiàng.
She carelessly revealed the truth.

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