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暴露 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
暴露bàolùto exposeHSK 6, v, rank #3065, Hard
暴露bàolùto revealHSK 6, v, rank #3065, Hard
暴露bàolùto lay bareHSK 6, v, rank #3065, Hard
暴露bàolùalso pr. [pù lù]HSK 6, v, rank #3065, Hard
暴露bàolùalso pr. [pu4 lu4]HSK 6, unknown, rank #3065, Hard
bàolù(bao4lu4) T4
  1. 1to expose
  2. 2to reveal
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March 24, 2026
暴露bàolù(bao4lu4)

The verb '暴露' (bào lù) means to expose or reveal something that is hidden or secret. It can be used in various contexts, including uncovering personal information, revealing flaws or faults, or disclosing sensitive matters. This term often carries a negative connotation, suggesting that the exposure is unwelcome or detrimental.

Frequency#3065DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of '暴露' often touches on themes of face and reputation, where exposing someone's shortcomings can lead to significant social repercussions. This highlights the importance of maintaining one's image in interpersonal relationships.

Memory Tip

Imagine a '暴' (bào) storm breaking through dark clouds to '露' (lù) light onto hidden treasures. The storm represents a force that causes things to be revealed, just as the word '暴露' exposes what was previously obscured.

Meanings of 暴露

bàolù(bao4lu4)
1to expose
2to reveal
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About 暴露

暴露Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#3065Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 暴露

Quick Contrast

揭露 (jiēlù, to expose or uncover) is often used in contexts of revealing wrongdoing or corruption, while 暴露 (bàolù) implies a more negative connotation of exposing something hidden without consent.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a '暴' (bào) storm breaking through dark clouds to '露' (lù) light onto hidden treasures. The storm represents a force that causes things to be revealed, just as the word '暴露' exposes what was previously obscured.

Usage Notes

'暴露' is often used in formal contexts, especially in discussions around privacy or security. A common mistake is to confuse it with '显示' (xiǎn shì), which means 'to show' but does not carry the same implication of revealing hidden truths. Be cautious with its tone; using it in lighthearted contexts may be inappropriate.

HSK Study Tips

As a level 6 word, '暴露' connects to themes of disclosure and transparency, often found in discussions about ethics, personal privacy, and social norms. Students should focus on its use in formal writing and conversations, particularly in news or legal contexts.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of '暴露' often touches on themes of face and reputation, where exposing someone's shortcomings can lead to significant social repercussions. This highlights the importance of maintaining one's image in interpersonal relationships.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '暴露' with similar verbs like '显露' (xiǎn lù), which means 'to reveal' but is more neutral. For example, saying '他的错误暴露了' (Tā de cuòwù bào lù le) can imply a severe negative consequence, while '显露' would soften the impact.

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暴bàosudden
15 strokes日
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露lòuto show
HSK 621 strokes雨
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Grammar Patterns of 暴露

暴露 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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这____了以长久的环境破坏为代价换取短期工业利益的错误。

It exposes the fallacy of short-term industrial gain at long-term environmental expense.

Example Sentences for 暴露 (16)

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这暴露了以长久的环境破坏为代价换取短期工业利益的错误。

zhè bào lòu le yǐ cháng jiǔ de huán jìng pò huài wéi dài jià huàn qǔ duǎn qī gōng yè lì yì de cuò wù。

It exposes the fallacy of short-term industrial gain at long-term environmental expense.
2
这会让肥沃的土壤暴露在外，使其容易受到侵蚀。

zhè huì ràng féi wò de tǔ rǎng bào lòu zài wài， ， shǐ qí róng yì shòu dào qīn。

This leaves fertile soil unprotected and prone to erosion.
3
问那种问题会暴露我的身份。

wèn nà zhǒng wèn tí huì bào lòu wǒ de shēn fèn。

Asking those kind of questions could blow my cover.
4
在主室里，炽热的散热器暴露在外。

zài zhǔ shì lǐ， ， chì rè de sàn rè qì bào lòu zài。

In the main rooms red-hot radiators were left exposed.
5
同样的老问题会再次暴露出来。

tóng yàng de lǎo wèn tí huì zài cì bào lòu chū lái。

The same old problems would surface again.
6
他突然被探照灯照中而暴露无遗.

tā tū rán bèi tàn zhào dēng zhào zhōng ér bào lòu wú yí.

He was suddenly caught in the full beam of a searchlight.
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越为自己辩解的人越暴露自己的错误.

yuè wéi zì jǐ biàn jiě de rén yuè bào lòu zì jǐ de cuò wù.

He who excuses himself exposes himself.
8
通常, 所有暴露在刻蚀剂中的材料都具有一定的刻蚀速率.

tōng cháng, , suǒ yǒu bào lòu zài kè shí jì zhōng de cái liào dū jù yǒu yī dìng de kè shí sù.

More often, all of the materials exposed to the etchant have a finite etch rate.
9
她的脸暴露了她的年龄和放荡的生活。

tā de liǎn bào lòu le tā de nián líng hé fàng dàng de shēng huó。

Her face was a revelation of age and dissipation.
10
海平面下降使白令海底部的浅层大陆架暴露出来。

hǎi píng miàn xià jiàng shǐ bái líng hǎi dǐ bù de qiǎn céng dà lù jià bào lòu chū lái。

Lowered sea levels exposed the shallow continental shelf beneath the Bering Sea.
11
公司内部的文件泄露，暴露了管理层的诸多问题。

Gōngsī nèibù de wénjiàn xièlòu, bàolùle guǎnlǐ céng de zhūduō wèntí.

The leak of internal company documents exposed many issues of the management.
12
这份报告暴露了项目实施过程中的严重缺陷。

Zhè fèn bàogào bàolùle xiàngmù shíshī guòchéng zhōng de yánzhòng quēxiàn.

The report exposed serious flaws in the project implementation process.
13
他的秘密计划终于被对手暴露出来了。

Tā de mìmì jìhuà zhōngyú bèi duìshǒu bàolù chūlái le.

His secret plan was finally exposed by the opponent.
14
长时间不注意保护，木材暴露在雨水中腐烂了。

Cháng shíjiān bù zhùyì bǎohù, mùcái bàolù zài yǔshuǐ zhōng fǔlàn le.

The wood, exposed to the rain for a long time without protection, decayed.
15
新的研究数据暴露了我们对气候变化认识的不足。

Xīn de yánjiū shùjù bàolù le wǒmen duì qìhòu biànhuà rènshí de bùzú.

The new research data exposed our lack of understanding of climate change.
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在这次调查中，许多公司内部的问题被暴露了。

Zài zhè cì diàochá zhōng, xǔduō gōngsī nèibù de wèntí bèi bàolù le.

In this investigation, many internal problems of the company were exposed.

Cultural Notes for 暴露

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of '暴露' often touches on themes of face and reputation, where exposing someone's shortcomings can lead to significant social repercussions. This highlights the importance of maintaining one's image in interpersonal relationships.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

In Western cultures, exposing information may be seen as a form of accountability, while in Chinese culture, it can be viewed as a breach of trust or respect.

Frequently Asked Questions about 暴露

Generally, '暴露' has negative connotations, as it often refers to unwanted exposure. However, it can sometimes be used in discussions about transparency in a positive light.