展示 (zhǎnshì)

展示 means to display, show, or demonstrate something, especially in a way that highlights its qualities or allows others to see it clearly.

Meanings

[verb] to display; to show; to demonstrate; to exhibit

Example Sentences

她在舞台上展示了自己的才华。 Tā zài wǔtái shàng zhǎnshìle zìjǐ de cáihuá. She displayed her talent on the stage.

这次展览展示了公司最新的产品。 Zhè cì zhǎnlǎn zhǎnshìle gōngsī zuìxīn de chǎnpǐn. This exhibition displayed the company's latest products.

他用数据展示了项目的成果。 Tā yòng shùjù zhǎnshìle xiàngmù de chéngguǒ. He used data to demonstrate the results of the project.

这幅画展示了中国传统文化的魅力。 Zhè fú huà zhǎnshìle zhōngguó chuántǒng wénhuà de mèilì. This painting displays the charm of traditional Chinese culture.

Collocations

Collocation	Meaning
展示才华	to display talent
展示成果	to show results/achievements
展示文化	to showcase culture
集中展示	to focus on displaying

Usage Notes

展示 is more purposeful than 显示 (to show/indicate). It implies a deliberate act of presenting something for others to appreciate or evaluate. It is commonly used in formal, educational, and professional settings such as presentations, exhibitions, and performances.

Memory Hook

展 means "to unfold/spread out" and 示 means "to show." So 展示 is to unfold something and show it: spreading it open so everyone can see.