表现
As a verb: to show, display, or behave in a certain way. As a noun: performance or the way someone or something acts.
Examples
3 of 5孩子在学校的表现很好。
The child's performance at school is very good.
艺术家的作品表现了对和平的向往。
The artist's work expresses a yearning for peace.
别表现得那么紧张。
Don't act so nervous.
Word Family
Memory Tip
表 (surface) + 现 (show). Showing something on the surface.
Quick Quiz
这种病的主要___是发烧和咳嗽。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 表现
Examples
孩子在学校的表现很好。
everydayThe child's performance at school is very good.
艺术家的作品表现了对和平的向往。
formalThe artist's work expresses a yearning for peace.
别表现得那么紧张。
informalDon't act so nervous.
数据表现出明显的上升趋势。
academicThe data shows a clear upward trend.
公司的财务表现超出了预期。
businessThe company's financial performance exceeded expectations.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
表现出色
perform outstandingly
表现不佳
perform poorly
表现欲望
desire for attention/to show off
Often Confused With
表达 is specifically for expressing thoughts or feelings through words, while 表现 is for general behavior or manifestation.
Usage Notes
Use it to talk about academic grades (performance) or how data looks on a chart.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using it when you mean 'performance' in the sense of a 'show' (演出).
Memory Tip
表 (surface) + 现 (show). Showing something on the surface.
Word Origin
Literally 'surface appearance'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, '表现' is often used by parents and teachers to evaluate a child's overall conduct.
Quick Quiz
这种病的主要___是发烧和咳嗽。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 表现
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