free oneself from hardship; emerge; take the lead; odd amount
Meanings
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to free oneself from hardship; to get out of a difficult situation
Often describes achieving liberation or success after a period of suffering or struggle.
With everyone's help, he finally reached the day of his liberation.
After years of hard study, he finally broke through and found a good job.
verb
to emerge; to protrude; to become prominent
Literally refers to a physical object sticking out. Often used in the proverb '出头的椽子先烂', metaphorically meaning those who stand out are most vulnerable.
The rock has emerged from the soil.
The saying 'the rafter that sticks out gets worn first' advises people not to be too showy.
verb
to take the lead; to step forward; to be the spokesperson
Describes someone who volunteers to organize, represent a group, or handle a public matter.
No one is willing to step forward for this kind of troublesome matter.
This community charity event was organized by Aunt Wang taking the lead.
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He likes to show his face in public and make friends.
noun
odd amount; a little over; odd
informalUsed after a round number to indicate a small amount beyond it. Often suffixed with '儿' in northern dialects.
This cart of rice weighs a little over three hundred jin.
He looks to be just over forty years old.
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The total value of this batch of goods is just over two thousand yuan.