示威 shìwēi to demonstrate (as a protest)
to demonstrate (as a protest); a demonstration; a military show of force
How to remember 示威: 示 sign + 威 might = to demonstrate (as a protest).
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How it is used
- To demonstrate / protest, or make a show of force - 群众上街示威 (qúnzhòng shàngjiē shìwēi) crowds took to the streets to protest.
- Both a public protest (示威游行) and a threatening display of strength. Contrast 抗议 (kàngyì, object/protest), which can be verbal; 示威 implies a visible collective show.
Example sentences
- 我要参加一个示威游行。 Wǒyào cānjiā yígè shìwēiyóuxíng.I'm going to join a demonstration.
- 几十个年轻人参加了示威游行。 Jǐshígè niánqīngrén cānjiā le shìwēiyóuxíng.Dozens of young people attended the demonstration.