显得 xiǎnde
显得（xiǎnde）means “显得: appear / seem (to show a certain quality)”. 显 means 'to show/appear' and 得 (neutral tone) attaches to it. Formation: 主语 + 显得 + 形容词/状态
显得: appear / seem (to show a certain quality)
HSK5Formation
主语 + 显得 + 形容词/状态
Explanation
显 means 'to show/appear' and 得 (neutral tone) attaches to it. 显得 says that someone or something outwardly gives a certain impression — how they look or come across, based on appearance or circumstances. It is followed by an adjective or state (显得很紧张 = looks nervous). It describes the impression given, which may or may not match the inner reality, so it is softer than a plain '很 + adjective'.
Examples
Note
得 is neutral tone (de). Focus is on how something looks, not necessarily how it truly is.
FAQ
显得 — what does it mean and how is it used?
显得: appear / seem (to show a certain quality). 显 means 'to show/appear' and 得 (neutral tone) attaches to it. 显得 says that someone or something outwardly gives a certain impression — how they look or come across, based on appearance or circumstances. It is followed by an adjective or state (显得很紧张 = looks nervous). It describes the impression given, which may or may not match the inner reality, so it is softer than a plain '很 + adjective'.
显得 — how do you form it?
主语 + 显得 + 形容词/状态
显得 — any usage notes?
得 is neutral tone (de). Focus is on how something looks, not necessarily how it truly is.