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表现 (noun, verb)

As a verb: to show, display, or behave in a certain way. As a noun: performance or the way someone or something acts.

💬 Example

"他在这次考试中的表现非常出色。"

💡 Memory Tip

'Biao' (表) is the surface or outside. 'Xian' (现) is to appear. So, 表现 is what 'appears on the surface'—your performa...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
展示 显示 呈现 表露 性能
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 表现 for acting in a play. → 表演 (biǎoyǎn)

Saying '他表现很好' without '得'. → 他表现得很好。

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