Definition
露 (lù) means 'to reveal or expose' something that was previously hidden, like a smile or a secret. Unlike 流露 (liú lù), which describes emotions leaking out unintentionally through tone or behavior, 露 is more direct and often used for visible signs or deliberate disclosure.
verb
to revealto show (emotions, thoughts, features)to expose (to air, light, etc.)
Easily confused
- 路lùlook-alikeroad (a street or path)
- 录lùsound-aliketo record (audio/video)
- 鹿lùsound-alikedeer
Examples
- 。Tā liǎn shàng lù chū le mǎnyì de xiàoróng.A satisfied smile showed on his face.
- 。Tā bù xiǎoxīn lù chū le zìjǐ de shēnfèn.He accidentally revealed his identity.
- 。Tā de huà lù chū le nèixīn de bù'ān.His words revealed inner anxiety.
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