Meaning and Usage
"当众" means "in public" or "in front of a crowd." It is used to describe actions or events that happen openly before others, often emphasizing the presence of an audience or witnesses.
Common Contexts
This word is frequently used when discussing admitting mistakes, giving speeches, performing, or any behavior that occurs openly rather than privately.
Collocations and Patterns
- 当众承认 (admit in public): often used when someone openly acknowledges a fault or truth.
- 当众批评 (criticize in public): implies a negative action done openly, often considered impolite.
- 当众表演 (perform in public): used for artistic or public performances.
Usage Notes
Using 当众 highlights the public nature of an action, sometimes adding pressure or embarrassment. It contrasts with private or behind-the-scenes actions. Avoid confusing 当众 with 当时 (at that time) or 公众 (the public as a noun).
Register
The term is neutral and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but the tone can shift depending on the verb it pairs with.
Meaning and Usage
"当众" means "in public" or "in front of a crowd." It is used to describe actions or events that happen openly before others, often emphasizing the presence of an audience or witnesses.
Common Contexts
This word is frequently used when discussing admitting mistakes, giving speeches, performing, or any behavior that occurs openly rather than privately.
Collocations and Patterns
- 当众承认 (admit in public): often used when someone openly acknowledges a fault or truth.
- 当众批评 (criticize in public): implies a negative action done openly, often considered impolite.
- 当众表演 (perform in public): used for artistic or public performances.
Usage Notes
Using 当众 highlights the public nature of an action, sometimes adding pressure or embarrassment. It contrasts with private or behind-the-scenes actions. Avoid confusing 当众 with 当时 (at that time) or 公众 (the public as a noun).
Register
The term is neutral and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but the tone can shift depending on the verb it pairs with.
Meaning and Usage
"当众" means "in public" or "in front of a crowd." It is used to describe actions or events that happen openly before others, often emphasizing the presence of an audience or witnesses.
Common Contexts
This word is frequently used when discussing admitting mistakes, giving speeches, performing, or any behavior that occurs openly rather than privately.
Collocations and Patterns
- 当众承认 (admit in public): often used when someone openly acknowledges a fault or truth.
- 当众批评 (criticize in public): implies a negative action done openly, often considered impolite.
- 当众表演 (perform in public): used for artistic or public performances.
Usage Notes
Using 当众 highlights the public nature of an action, sometimes adding pressure or embarrassment. It contrasts with private or behind-the-scenes actions. Avoid confusing 当众 with 当时 (at that time) or 公众 (the public as a noun).
Register
The term is neutral and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but the tone can shift depending on the verb it pairs with.