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“truth comes to light” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinshuǐ luò shí chū

Example

别急,水落石出。bié jí shuǐ luò shí chū

Don't worry, the truth will come to light.

Illustration for 水落石出 (truth comes to light)

How to say “truth comes to light” in Chinese

“Truth comes to light” in Chinese is 水落石出 (shuǐ luò shí chū).

Nature gradually uncovers a hidden thing as changing conditions remove its cover.

Full entry for 水落石出: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 水落石出

经过努力,事实终于水落石出。jīng guò nǔ lì shì shí zhōng yú shuǐ luò shí chū

After much effort, the truth finally came to light.

Tips for using 水落石出

  • The phrase usually presents clarity as the result of time, evidence, or discussion, so it suits an unfolding situation rather than a fact that has always been obvious.

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