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    Expressing "to express" or "to indicate" with 表示 (biǎoshì)

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    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    Subject + 表示 + Statement/Content

    Explanation

    表示 (biǎoshì) means "to express" or "to indicate." It is used when someone verbally states, shows, or conveys a stance, opinion, or piece of information. It often introduces reported speech or a declared position.

    Examples

    • 他表示愿意参加这次活动。

      Tā biǎoshì yuànyì cānjiā zhè cì huódòng.

      He expressed his willingness to participate in this event.

    • 公司表示将在下个月推出新产品。

      Gōngsī biǎoshì jiāng zài xià gè yuè tuīchū xīn chǎnpǐn.

      The company indicated that it will launch a new product next month.

    • 她表示对这个结果非常满意。

      Tā biǎoshì duì zhège jiéguǒ fēicháng mǎnyì.

      She expressed that she is very satisfied with this result.

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