揭开

揭 开 (jiē kāi) means 'to lift up' or 'to uncover'. It is commonly used to describe the action of removing something that is covering or hiding another object, often with a sense of revealing or exposing.

The character 揭 (jiē) originally meant 'to lift' or 'to raise', and 开 (kāi) means 'to open' or 'to start'. Together, they convey the idea of physically lifting or opening something to reveal what is underneath.

This phrase is often used in everyday contexts, such as lifting a cover, uncovering a secret, or revealing a hidden truth. In cultural expressions, it can also symbolize bringing something into the open, such as in discussions about social issues or personal matters.