Something that is '明显的' is clearly visible or easily understood without effort.
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- Easy to see or understand.
- Clear and unambiguous evidence.
- Noticeable change or trend.
1) 概览：在中文里，“明显的”是一个高频词汇，用于指代那些显而易见、不需要额外证据或深度分析就能被感知到的事物。它既可以用于物理层面的感知，也可以用于逻辑和抽象层面的事实陈述。
2) 使用模式：该词通常作为定语修饰名词（如：明显的变化），或者作为谓语的一部分（如：这个错误很明显）。在正式语境下，它常与“非常”、“十分”等程度副词连用以增强语气。
3) 常见语境：它广泛出现在日常生活（如：明显的进步）、职场汇报（如：明显的优势）以及学术讨论（如：明显的相关性）中。无论是在描述天气、情绪，还是分析数据，它都是表达“清晰可见”这一概念的首选词。
4) 近义词辨析：“明显的”侧重于客观上容易被看到；“显眼的”侧重于事物因颜色、大小而特别引人注目；“显然”则更多作为副词，用于逻辑推导，表示“理所当然地”。
Examples
这是一个明显的错误。
everydayThis is an obvious mistake.
市场出现了明显的增长趋势。
formalThe market shows an obvious growth trend.
他今天心情不好，表现得很明显。
informalHe is in a bad mood today, and it is quite obvious.
数据分析显示了明显的差异。
academicData analysis shows a clear difference.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
显而易见
Self-evident
非常明显
Very obvious
变得明显
Become obvious
Often Confused With
Refers to something visually striking or conspicuous, whereas '明显的' is broader.
Usually acts as an adverb meaning 'evidently' or 'obviously', used to start a sentence.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This word is neutral in register and can be used in almost any context. It functions primarily as an adjective. Ensure it is placed before a noun or after a verb like '是'.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use it as an adverb incorrectly. Remember it is an adjective; use '显然' if you need an adverbial meaning. Avoid using it to describe people's physical appearance unless referring to a specific trait.
Tips
Use with degree adverbs
Combine with '非常' (very) or '十分' (extremely) to emphasize the clarity of the situation.
Do not confuse with 'clearly'
While '明显的' is an adjective, 'clearly' is often translated as '显然地' when used as an adverb.
Contextual usage in Chinese
In Chinese culture, being too direct can sometimes be considered rude; use '明显的' carefully when criticizing someone's work.
Word Origin
The word consists of '明' (bright/clear) and '显' (show/display). Together they emphasize something that shines clearly into view.
Cultural Context
In Chinese communication, pointing out someone's flaws as '明显的' can be seen as very direct. It is often used in professional feedback to be objective.
Memory Tip
Think of a lighthouse in the dark; it is '明显的' because you cannot miss it. If something is easy to spot, it is '明显的'.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“明显的”侧重于逻辑或事实的清晰度，而“显眼的”侧重于视觉上的突出，比如颜色鲜艳或物体巨大。
你可以把它放在名词前作定语，例如“明显的错误”，也可以放在“是”字后作表语，例如“这个区别是明显的”。
完全可以。它是一个中性词，既适用于口语对话，也适用于商务报告或学术论文。
反义词主要是“模糊的”、“隐蔽的”或者“不明显的”。
Test Yourself
他的进步非常___，大家都看在眼里。
形容进步程度大且容易被察觉，用“明显的”最贴切。
Score: /1
Summary
Something that is '明显的' is clearly visible or easily understood without effort.
- Easy to see or understand.
- Clear and unambiguous evidence.
- Noticeable change or trend.
Use with degree adverbs
Combine with '非常' (very) or '十分' (extremely) to emphasize the clarity of the situation.
Do not confuse with 'clearly'
While '明显的' is an adjective, 'clearly' is often translated as '显然地' when used as an adverb.
Contextual usage in Chinese
In Chinese culture, being too direct can sometimes be considered rude; use '明显的' carefully when criticizing someone's work.
Examples
4 of 4这是一个明显的错误。
This is an obvious mistake.
市场出现了明显的增长趋势。
The market shows an obvious growth trend.
他今天心情不好，表现得很明显。
He is in a bad mood today, and it is quite obvious.
数据分析显示了明显的差异。
Data analysis shows a clear difference.
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