Definition
显然 (xiǎnrán) is an adjective meaning 'obvious, evident' — it describes something that is clearly true based on visible evidence. It differs from 明显 (míngxiǎn), which also means 'obvious' but focuses on being easily perceived or noticeable (e.g., a difference). 显然 is more about logical inference ('it's obvious that...'), while 明显 is about sensory perception.
adjective
obviousevidentclear
Examples
- 显然。xiǎn rán tā bú zài jiā.Obviously he's not at home.
- 显然。Zhège wèntí xiǎn rán hěn nán.This question is clearly very difficult.
- 显然。xiǎn rán nǐ yǐjīng zhīdào le dá'àn.Evidently you already know the answer.
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