露马脚 (lòu mǎ jiǎo) — (idiom) to give oneself away; to reveal one's true nature or hidden secret
Definition
Idiom meaning 'to give oneself away' — a lie, disguise, or secret becomes visible. Used for plans, statements, or people, similar in feel to English 'show your true colors'.
idiom
to give oneself awayto reveal one's true nature or hidden secret
Examples
- 露马脚。Tā zhè cì lòu mǎ jiǎo le.He gave himself away this time.
- ，。Tā shuō de huà lù le mǎ jiǎo, dà jiā dōu bú xìn le.What he said gave him away, and no one believed him anymore.
- 露马脚。Zhè ge jì huà zǎo jiù lòu mǎ jiǎo le.This plan was exposed long ago.
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