啊 a part. modal particle ending sentence, showing affirmation, approval, or consent syn 眼神 yǎn shén n. expression or emotion showing in one's eyes / meaningful glance / wink / eyesight (dialect) syn 吓 嚇 hè to scare / to intimidate / to threaten / (interjection showing disapproval) tut-tut / (interjection showing astonishment) syn 首发 首發 shǒu fā first issue / first public showing 来着 來著 lái zhe auxiliary showing sth happened in the past syn 首演 shǒu yǎn maiden stage role / first performance / first public showing 泰然自若 tài rán zì ruò cool and collected (idiom) / showing no sign of nerves / perfectly composed syn 勃然变色 勃然變色 bó rán biàn sè to suddenly change color showing displeasure, bewilderment etc 死而不僵 sǐ ér bù jiāng dead but showing no signs of rigor mortis / to die hard (idiom) / to die yet not be vanquished (idiom) 头角峥嵘 頭角崢嶸 tóu jiǎo zhēng róng promise of brilliant young person (idiom) / showing extraordinary gifts syn 饶舌调唇 饒舌調唇 ráo shé tiáo chún blabbing and showing off (idiom) / loud-mouthed trouble maker 爱现 愛現 ài xiàn (coll.) to enjoy showing off 有潜力 有潛力 yǒu qián lì promising / showing potential 满脸风尘 滿臉風塵 mǎn liǎn fēng chén lit. with a face full of dust / showing the hardships of travel (idiom) 置之不问 置之不問 zhì zhī bù wèn to pass by without showing interest (idiom) 袒衣 tǎn yī to dress in a hurry with part of the body showing 讨好卖乖 討好賣乖 tǎo hǎo mài guāi to curry favor by showing obeisance (idiom) 开映 開映 kāi yìng to start showing a movie 热脸贴冷屁股 熱臉貼冷屁股 rè liǎn tiē lěng pì gu to show warm feelings but meet with cold rebuke (idiom) / to be snubbed despite showing good intentions 八仙过海，各显其能 八仙過海，各顯其能 bā xiān guò hǎi , gè xiǎn qí néng lit. the Eight Immortals cross the sea, each showing his own special talent (idiom) / fig. (of each individual in a group) to give full play to one's unique capabilities / see 八仙過海，各顯神通|八仙过海，各显神通[Ba1 xian1 guo4 hai3 , ge4 xian3 shen2 tong1] 八仙过海，各显神通 八仙過海，各顯神通 bā xiān guò hǎi , gè xiǎn shén tōng lit. the Eight Immortals cross the sea, each showing his own special talent (idiom) / fig. (of each individual in a group) to give full play to one's unique capabilities syn 观后镜 觀後鏡 guān hòu jìng mirror showing a view to one's rear (including rearview mirror, side-view mirror, baby view mirror etc) 关公面前耍大刀 關公面前耍大刀 guān gōng miàn qián shuǎ dà dāo lit. to wield the broadsword in the presence of Lord Guan (idiom) / fig. to make a fool of oneself by showing off in front of an expert 白眼相看 bái yǎn xiāng kàn (idiom) To look at someone while showing the whites of one’s eyes, out of contempt, disdain, or rudeness. 不知人间有羞耻事 不知人間有羞恥事 bù zhī rén jiān yǒu xiū chǐ shì (idiom) To be shameless to an extreme degree, showing no awareness of propriety or disgrace. syn 操翰成章 cāo hàn chéng zhāng (idiom) To take up a brush and immediately compose a piece of writing, showing quick thought and literary talent. 愁眉泪眼 愁眉淚眼 chóu méi lèi yǎn (idiom) To have furrowed brows and tearful eyes, showing deep sadness and distress. 大辩若讷 大辯若訥 dà biàn ruò nè (idiom) People with genuine eloquence may appear awkward or slow in speech. The expression emphasizes measured speech without showing off. 大发慈悲 dà fā cí bēi (idiom) To show compassion and do a good deed, especially by granting someone a favor or showing mercy. 掉臂不顾 掉臂不顧 diào bì bù gù (idiom) To leave waving one’s arm without looking back, showing no attachment or regret. 负驽前驱 fù nǔ qián qū (idiom) To carry a bow and arrows while leading the way. Figuratively, it describes showing someone the utmost respect when welcoming them. 刚直不阿 剛直不阿 gāng zhí bù ē (idiom) To be strong, upright, and incorruptible, without currying favor or showing partiality. syn 公平正直 gōng píng zhèng zhí (idiom) To act fairly and uprightly, without showing favoritism or pursuing personal interests. 诟如不闻 詬如不聞 gòu rú bù wén (idiom) It means to endure insults as though one had not heard them, without showing anger. It describes someone broad-minded and self-controlled. 顾影弄姿 gù yǐng nòng zī (idiom) To look at one’s own reflection and strike various poses. It describes showing off one’s appearance and indulging in self-admiration. 冷眼相待 lěng yǎn xiāng dài (idiom) To receive someone coldly. It describes an attitude showing rejection, lack of sympathy, or disdain. 临潼斗宝 lín tóng dòu bǎo (idiom) It refers to showing off one’s wealth and competing to prove one’s superiority. 三复斯言 sān fù sī yán (idiom) To read and reflect on a statement repeatedly, showing that one attaches the greatest importance to it. 三衅三浴 三釁三浴 sān xìn sān yù (idiom) To bathe repeatedly and apply fragrant substances to the body. In ancient China, this was a ritual showing the highest respect for someone. 深思远虑 shēn sī yuǎn lǜ (idiom) Describes careful planning and far-reaching consideration, showing foresight. 袒裼裸裎 tǎn xī luǒ chéng (idiom) To strip and expose one’s body without restraint, showing poor manners and a lack of decorum. 偷寒送暖 tōu hán sòng nuǎn (idiom) To discreetly look after someone. It can also mean flattering someone to gain favor, or, depending on the context, showing genuine concern. 喜逐颜开 xǐ zhú yán kāi (idiom) Describes intense happiness showing on someone’s face, with a radiant smile. 下车泣罪 xià chē qì zuì (idiom) In former times, this described a ruler showing concern for the people. 小廉大法 xiǎo lián dà fǎ (idiom) In former times, referred to senior officials showing loyalty and junior officials performing their duties conscientiously. 仰首伸眉 yǎng shǒu shēn méi (idiom) To raise one’s head and relax one’s brows, showing an elated and confident spirit. 一飞冲天 yī fēi chōng tiān (idiom) To make a sudden, remarkable breakthrough after showing little distinction for a long time. It describes a spectacular and unexpected success or achievement. syn 一龙一蛇 yī lóng yī shé (idiom) Describes a person’s shifting conduct or situation: appearing or withdrawing, showing oneself or remaining hidden according to circumstances. 一瞑不视 yī míng bù shì (idiom) To close one’s eyes and never open them again means to die. The expression may also suggest escaping reality or showing no fear of self-sacrifice. 朝梁暮陈 zhāo liáng mù chén (idiom) Describes someone who changes sides or positions according to circumstances, showing inconsistency and a lack of principles. 指天画地 zhǐ tiān huà dì (idiom) To speak without restraint and behave as though one were above others, showing disregard for conventions or authority. 祝哽祝噎 zhù gěng zhù yē (idiom) In ancient China, this referred to rulers showing respect for elderly and retired people. Attendants prayed that they would eat and drink without choking. 一嚬一笑 yī pín yī xiào (idiom) It refers to facial expressions, whether showing displeasure or joy. 三薰三沐 sān xūn sān mù (idiom) To bathe repeatedly and apply fragrant substances, an ancient courtesy showing the highest respect. 不亦善夫 bù yi shàn fū (idiom) Isn’t that very good? An exclamatory expression showing approval or satisfaction. 不徇颜面 bù xún yán miàn (idiom) Not to be guided by another person's expression or opinion. To act without showing favoritism out of personal regard. 不见圭角 不見圭角 bù jiàn guī jiǎo (idiom) Not to display one’s abilities or talent / to keep one’s capabilities and ambitions from showing. 不追既往 bù zhuī jì wǎng (idiom) Not to pursue past errors or offenses any further. It means showing leniency toward what has already been done. 不露形色 bù lù xíng sè (idiom) To keep one's thoughts and intentions from showing in one's actions or facial expression. 不露神色 bù lù shén sè (idiom) To keep one’s inner feelings from showing so that others cannot detect them. 不露辞色 bù lù cí sè (idiom) To keep one's intentions from showing in one's tone or facial expression. It describes a calm, controlled, and seasoned manner of speaking. 丑媳妇免不得见公姑 chǒu xí fù miǎn bù dé jiàn gōng gū (idiom) To be unable to avoid showing oneself to others despite fear or embarrassment. 丙吉问牛 丙吉問牛 bǐng jí wèn niú (idiom) To take notice of an apparently minor detail, such as a sick ox, while actually showing concern for agriculture and the people’s welfare. 业业矜矜 業業矜矜 yè yè jīn jīn (idiom) Showing great care and caution. 仰天大笑 yǎng tiān dà xiào (idiom) To laugh loudly with one’s head raised toward the sky, often showing that one considers something absurd or unworthy of attention. syn 仰天而笑 yǎng tiān ér xiào (idiom) To throw one’s head back and laugh loudly. It often describes someone openly showing disdain for a matter, heedless of those around them. 你推我让 nǐ tuī wǒ ràng (idiom) Describes two sides showing mutual modesty by yielding to each other. 倒执手版 倒執手版 dǎo zhí shǒu bǎn (idiom) To hold the official tablet carried by court officials upside down, showing panic and loss of composure. 停瞋息怒 tíng chēn xī nù (idiom) To stop being angry and to cease showing irritation. It is often used to urge someone to calm down. 冷眉冷眼 lěng méi lěng yǎn (idiom) To describe a facial expression showing coldness or contempt. syn 剖心析肝 pōu xīn xī gān (idiom) Describes showing complete sincerity and opening one’s heart. It can also mean demonstrating great loyalty. 千叮咛，万嘱咐 qiān dīng níng，wàn zhǔ fù (idiom) To give repeated and insistent instructions, showing that the matter being stressed is considered extremely important. 去恶务尽 qù è wù jìn (idiom) To eradicate bad people and wrongdoing completely, without showing them leniency. 吐哺辍洗 tǔ bǔ chuò xǐ (idiom) In later usage, this idiom refers to showing respect and consideration to talented or worthy people. 咂嘴弄唇 zā zuǐ nòng chún (idiom) To express surprise or embarrassment through movements of the mouth. It describes an attitude showing astonishment or uncertainty about what to do. 咬指吐舌 yǎo zhǐ tǔ shé (idiom) To bite one’s fingernails and stick out one’s tongue, showing fear. 咬血为盟 yǎo xuè wéi méng (idiom) To bite one’s arm until it bleeds and swear solemnly to form an alliance, thereby showing firm resolve. 啮血为盟 niè xuè wéi méng (idiom) To bite one’s arm until it bleeds in order to swear an oath and seal an alliance, showing firm resolve. 塞井焚舍 sāi jǐng fén shě (idiom) To fill in wells and burn houses, thereby showing one’s determination to fight to the death. 大人不曲 dà rén bù qū (idiom) In former times, this referred to a morally upright person who followed firm principles without showing favoritism or seeking to please others. 大度兼容 dà dù jiān róng (idiom) To be broad-minded and capable of showing tolerance toward others. 大露头角 大露頭角 dà lù tóu jiǎo (idiom) To display one’s abilities impressively on a particular occasion / to make a notable showing. 天道无私 tiān dào wú sī (idiom) It refers to Heaven’s impartiality, favoring no one and showing preference to no one. 好生之德 hào shēng zhī dé (idiom) The virtue of cherishing human and animal life, showing compassion, and avoiding needless killing. 好行小慧 hǎo xíng xiǎo huì (idiom) To enjoy showing off petty cleverness and resorting to small tricks. 孝子爱日 孝子愛日 xiào zǐ ài rì (idiom) Refers to cherishing the time spent with one’s parents and showing filial devotion while there is still time. 守正不桡 守正不橈 shǒu zhèng bù ráo (idiom) To handle matters fairly and uprightly, without yielding to pressure or showing personal favoritism. It is synonymous with remaining upright and unbending. 宋襄之仁 sòng xiāng zhī rén (idiom) The foolish act of showing mercy to an enemy. 尔汝交 ěr rǔ jiāo (idiom) A relationship in which both people address each other with familiar pronouns, showing great intimacy and informality. 干戈满目 gān gē mǎn mù (idiom) Ravaged everywhere by war / showing the destruction caused by armed conflict on all sides. 开心见肠 kāi xīn jiàn cháng (idiom) To be sincere and candid with others, openly revealing one’s true feelings. It is synonymous with “showing a sincere heart.” 开心见胆 開心見膽 kāi xīn jiàn dǎn (idiom) To treat others with sincerity and frankness, showing one's true feelings. It is synonymous with “开心见诚.” 彼哉彼哉 bǐ zāi bǐ zāi (idiom) “Him, indeed!” A contemptuous expression showing that the person mentioned is not worth taking seriously. 怒眉睁目 怒眉睜目 nù méi zhēng mù (idiom) To widen one’s eyes and clench one’s teeth, showing extreme resentment and anger. 惊惶万状 jīng huáng wàn zhuàng (idiom) To be terrified to the utmost, with fear showing itself in every possible way and reaching an extreme degree. 惺惺惜惺惺，好汉惜好汉 惺惺惜惺惺，好漢惜好漢 xīng xīng xī xīng xīng,hǎo hàn xī hǎo hàn (idiom) Intelligent people value intelligent people, and worthy men value worthy men. It describes people of the same kind showing mutual appreciation and sympathy. 愁颜赧色 chóu yán nǎn sè (idiom) To have a face showing both sorrow and shame. 扬己露才 yáng jǐ lù cái (idiom) To display and promote one’s abilities. It can also mean showing off one’s talents and drawing attention to oneself. 抹泪揉眵 抹淚揉眵 mǒ lèi róu chī (idiom) To wipe away one's tears and rub one's eyes. Describes someone crying and showing deep sorrow. 拽布披麻 zhuài bù pī má (idiom) To wear mourning clothes and observe the mourning rites. It also refers to showing filial mourning. 