Usage of 出示
The verb 出示 (chūshì) is commonly used when referring to the act of showing or presenting official documents, identification, tickets, or receipts. It often appears in formal or official contexts such as security checks, exams, or transactions.
Common Contexts
- Showing ID cards or passports at checkpoints.
- Presenting tickets or admission passes.
- Providing receipts or proof of purchase.
Collocations
- 出示身份证 (show ID card): used when verifying identity.
- 出示准考证 (present admission ticket): required for exam entry.
- 出示发票 (show receipt): to prove payment or purchase.
Notes
出示 implies a formal or official presentation, different from casually showing something. It is often required by rules or regulations. Avoid confusing 出示 with simply showing (展示 zhǎnshì), which can be more general or informal.