表演

表演 (biǎo yǎn) means 'performance' or 'acting' in English. It refers to the act of presenting a play, dance, or other artistic work for an audience. It can also mean 'to perform' in a more general sense.

The character 表 (biǎo) originally meant 'to show' or 'to express,' while 演 (yǎn) means 'to perform' or 'to elaborate.' Together, they convey the idea of presenting something in a clear and expressive way, often in front of others.

表演 is commonly used in contexts such as theater, film, and entertainment. In Chinese culture, it is an important form of art and expression. It is also used in everyday language when talking about someone's behavior or actions, especially in a dramatic or exaggerated way.