显然 (xiǎn rán) — obvious; evident; clear
Definition
Adjective meaning 'obviously, clearly,' used to state that something is evident from the facts. Often used as an adverbial before a clause (∼他不在家). Close to 明显 but 明显 also means 'visible / distinct,' while 显然 is more about logical conclusion.
adjective
obviousevidentclear
Examples
- 显然。xiǎn rán Tā bú zài jiā.Obviously he's not at home.
- 显然。Zhè ge wèn tí xiǎn rán hěn nán.This question is clearly very difficult.
- 显然。xiǎn rán Nǐ yǐ jīng zhī dào le dá àn.Evidently you already know the answer.
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