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表面
biǎomiàn
Description
“表面”是指东西外面的那一层，也可以指看得到的那一部分。
"表面" refers to the outer layer of something or the visible part.
我们常说“表面上”，意思是看起来是这样，但其实不一定真的是这样。
We often say "表面上", meaning it appears that way, but it may not actually be true.
Meanings
表面biǎomiàn
the surface or outside layer of something
这张桌子的表面很光滑。
The surface of this table is very smooth.
表面biǎomiàn
outward appearance, as opposed to reality
他表面上很开心，其实很累。
He seems happy on the surface, but is actually very tired.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
表 (outside/surface) + 面 (face/surface), literally the outer face.
- Nuance
often used as 表面上 to contrast appearance with hidden reality.
In videos
“可能他们表面上或者他们口头上说啊”
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