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“demonstrate” in Chinese

Chinese

Also示威 (shì wēi) · 示范 (shì fàn)

Pronunciation

Pinyinyǎn shì

Example

我来演示一下怎么用这个软件。wǒ lái yǎn shì yí xià zěn me yòng zhè ge ruǎn jiàn

I will demonstrate how to use this software.

Illustration for 演示 (demonstrate)

How to say “demonstrate” in Chinese

“Demonstrate” in Chinese is 演示 (yǎn shì).

A person performs a process in front of others so its method and result become clear.

Full entry for 演示: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 演示

请在会议上演示一下新功能的操作。qǐng zài huì yì shàng yǎn shì yí xià xīn gōng néng de cāo zuò

Please demonstrate the operation of the new feature at the meeting.

Tips for using 演示

  • Unlike English "demonstrate," this word usually points to a visible or practical procedure, especially when someone shows how a tool or system works.

Other Chinese words for “demonstrate”

2

示威

shì wēi

verbdemonstrate

学生们在广场示威,要求改变政策。xué shēng men zài guáng chǎng shì wēi yāo qiú gǎi biàn zhèng cè

The students demonstrated in the square, demanding a change in policy.

3

示范

shì fàn

verbdemonstrate

老师在课堂上示范这个动作。lǎo shī zài kè táng shàng shì fàn zhè ge dòng zuò

The teacher demonstrates this action in class.

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