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expression, representation
The act of conveying thoughts, feelings, or ideas through words, art, or other means. Also refers to the way something is expressed.
気持ちを言葉で表現するのが難しい。
It's difficult to express feelings in words.
この表現は失礼に聞こえるかもしれない。
This expression might sound rude.
芸術は自己表現の一つの形だ。
Art is one form of self-expression.
自己表現 = self-expression
USAGE: 表現 is used for any form of expression—verbal, artistic, or emotional.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 表現する (to express)
- 表現力 (expressive ability)
- 表現方法 (way of expressing)
- 自己表現 (self-expression)
- 言葉の表現 (verbal expression)
- 表現が豊か (rich in expression)