Definitions
(verb)
to show; to express; to demonstrate
(noun)
surface; exterior
(noun)
table; chart; form
(noun)
watch; clock
(noun)
meter; gauge
About
The character "表" in its traditional form is composed of the components "衣" (clothing) and "毛" (fur), a structure that indicates its original meaning of an outer garment, specifically a fur coat worn over other clothes. From this concrete sense of an external layer, its meaning extended to more abstract notions of outward appearance, surface, and expression, as seen in words for "to express" or "appearance". It also developed the specific function of denoting a device for measuring or showing, such as a meter or gauge, and a tabular format for presenting information. Furthermore, it acquired the meaning of a model or example to be emulated, and in a kinship context, it refers to relationships through one's maternal line or to female cousins.
Example Sentences Hide
这块表非常准。
他的表现很出色。
我买了一块新手表。
我代表大家表示感谢。
老师表扬了我的进步。
请填写这张申请表。
从表面上看这很简单。
实验结果用图表表示。