Chinese

gōngrán
Meaning: openly; brazenly; undisguisedly
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Handwriting

公
然

Example sentences

He actually dared to openly oppose the manager's decision at the meeting.
他們在光天化日之下公然行劫。
他们在光天化日之下公然行劫。
They committed robbery openly in broad daylight.
面對對手的公然挑釁,他保持了冷靜。
面对对手的公然挑衅,他保持了冷静。
Facing the opponent's open provocation, he remained calm.

Usage Notes

Used to describe actions that are done in public without any attempt at concealment, often implying a lack of respect or defiance.

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