exhibit behavior
Show conduct
直訳: To put conduct on display
Use this phrase to describe actions objectively and professionally, especially in formal or clinical settings.
15秒でわかる
- A professional way to describe how someone is acting.
- Used to observe patterns in people, animals, or groups.
- Common in medical, academic, or workplace environments.
意味
This phrase describes how someone acts or shows specific traits through their actions. It is a way to talk about a person's or animal's behavior as if you are observing it carefully.
主な例文
3 / 6Talking to a vet about a pet
My dog has been exhibiting some anxious behavior during thunderstorms.
My dog has been showing anxious conduct during storms.
A teacher's report to a parent
Timmy is exhibiting great leadership behavior in group projects.
Timmy is showing great leadership conduct in projects.
A formal office meeting
We noticed the team began to exhibit behavior consistent with burnout.
We saw the team showing conduct that looks like burnout.
文化的背景
The phrase reflects the Western 'clinical' approach to social interaction, where actions are analyzed like data points. It rose to prominence alongside behavioral psychology in the 1950s and is now a staple in HR departments and school reports across the English-speaking world.
The 'Scientist' Trick
If you want to sound smart and objective in an argument, use this phrase. It makes it sound like you are just stating facts rather than complaining.
Don't be a Robot
Avoid using this in intimate settings like a first date. Saying 'You exhibit charming behavior' sounds like you are an alien trying to pass as human.
15秒でわかる
- A professional way to describe how someone is acting.
- Used to observe patterns in people, animals, or groups.
- Common in medical, academic, or workplace environments.
What It Means
Exhibit behavior is a fancy way to say someone is acting a certain way. Think of it like a museum. When an artist exhibits a painting, they show it to the world. When you exhibit behavior, your actions are the art on display. It usually implies that someone is watching or noticing these actions. It is very common in psychology or science. However, we use it in daily life too. It sounds more objective than just saying 'he is acting weird.'
How To Use It
You use this phrase to describe a pattern. You do not just use it for a quick sneeze. You use it when someone shows a specific mood or habit. Use it with an adjective like aggressive, strange, or exemplary. For example, 'The cat is exhibiting strange behavior.' This sounds like you are a scientist studying your pet. It adds a layer of observation to your speech. You can use it for people, animals, or even groups.
When To Use It
Use this in professional settings. It works great in performance reviews at work. Use it when talking to a doctor or a teacher. It is perfect for describing a situation without sounding too emotional. If your toddler is throwing a tantrum, tell the pediatrician they are exhibiting defiant behavior. It makes you sound calm and organized. It is also great for writing reports or academic essays. Use it when you want to sound like an expert observer.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this at a loud party with your best friends. If your friend is dancing on a table, do not say 'You are exhibiting wild behavior.' It sounds too robotic and cold. In that case, just say 'You're being crazy!' Avoid it in romantic moments too. Telling a partner they are exhibiting loving behavior sounds like you are a robot trying to learn human love. Keep it for times when you need a bit of distance or professionalism.
Cultural Background
This phrase comes from the world of science and psychology. In Western culture, we love to categorize things. We like to observe and label how people act. It became popular in the mid-20th century as psychology became a mainstream topic. Now, it is part of our 'therapy speak.' People use it to sound more clinical or less judgmental. It reflects a culture that values data and objective observation over pure emotion.
Common Variations
Display behavior: Very similar, but feels a bit more visual.Show signs of: Used when the behavior is just starting.Demonstrate conduct: This is even more formal than our main phrase.Act out: Used specifically for bad behavior in children.
使い方のコツ
This is a high-level collocation. It belongs in the 'formal' or 'neutral' register. Use it when you want to sound objective, professional, or slightly detached from the situation.
The 'Scientist' Trick
If you want to sound smart and objective in an argument, use this phrase. It makes it sound like you are just stating facts rather than complaining.
Don't be a Robot
Avoid using this in intimate settings like a first date. Saying 'You exhibit charming behavior' sounds like you are an alien trying to pass as human.
HR Speak
In US corporate culture, managers use this phrase to avoid 'labeling' a person. Instead of saying 'He is lazy,' they say 'He exhibits unproductive behavior.' It is more polite!
例文
6My dog has been exhibiting some anxious behavior during thunderstorms.
My dog has been showing anxious conduct during storms.
Uses the phrase to describe a medical symptom objectively.
Timmy is exhibiting great leadership behavior in group projects.
Timmy is showing great leadership conduct in projects.
A positive way to use the phrase in a formal report.
We noticed the team began to exhibit behavior consistent with burnout.
We saw the team showing conduct that looks like burnout.
Helps discuss a sensitive topic without sounding accusatory.
I'm not kidding, he started exhibiting the behavior of a total conspiracy theorist.
I'm serious, he acted like a total conspiracy theorist.
Used ironically here to sound like a mock-scientist.
It's hard to visit when he exhibits such aggressive behavior toward everyone.
It is hard to visit when he shows such aggressive conduct.
Describes a painful situation with some emotional distance.
The tourists are exhibiting typical 'lost in the city' behavior right now.
The tourists are showing typical lost behavior.
A casual observation made to sound more structured.
自分をテスト
Choose the best adjective to complete the formal observation.
The suspect began to ___ suspicious behavior when the police arrived.
We use 'exhibit' with 'behavior' to create a formal collocation describing observed actions.
Complete the sentence for a workplace review.
She consistently ___ professional behavior even under high pressure.
The subject 'She' requires the third-person singular present tense 'exhibits'.
🎉 スコア： /2
ビジュアル学習ツール
Formality Scale of Describing Actions
Talking to friends
He's acting weird.
General description
He is showing strange signs.
Professional/Scientific
He is exhibiting unusual behavior.
Legal or Academic
The subject exhibited erratic conduct.
Where to use 'Exhibit Behavior'
Doctor's Office
Describing symptoms
Workplace Review
Evaluating a colleague
Science Lab
Observing animals
Classroom
Reporting on a student
よくある質問
10 問Not at all! You can exhibit exemplary behavior or exhibit heroic behavior. It just means to show a certain way of acting.
It is rare to use it for yourself because it implies someone else is watching. You might say 'I realized I was exhibiting signs of stress,' but usually, we use it for others.
Show is common and casual. Exhibit is formal and suggests a pattern that an observer can see clearly.
Yes, but usually as a joke. If your friend is being dramatic, you might text 'Stop exhibiting such dramatic behavior!' to be funny.
Both work! Use exhibit behavior for general conduct and exhibit a behavior if you are talking about one specific action, like a tic.
Yes, this is the most common way scientists describe what animals do. For example, 'The birds exhibit migratory behavior in autumn.'
Absolutely. It is standard across all major English dialects, especially in formal writing and science.
Common ones include erratic, aggressive, antisocial, prosocial, strange, and typical.
It can! Police officers often use it in their notes, such as The suspect exhibited nervous behavior.
You can say exhibit certain behaviors if you are talking about a list of different actions someone is doing.
関連フレーズ
Display traits
To show specific qualities or characteristics.
Manifest symptoms
To show physical or mental signs of an illness.
Conduct oneself
To behave in a specific way, usually in public.
Act out
To behave badly, often to express hidden feelings.
コメント (0)
ログインしてコメント無料で言語学習を始めよう
無料で始める