発表

• Reading: はっぴょう
• Romaji: happyou
• Kanji breakdown: 発 (hatsu) — emit, departure, express; 表 (hyou) — surface, express, table
• Pronunciation: /hap.pjoː/

Meaning

Announcement; presentation; publication. Making information known publicly or presenting findings.

Functions as a noun or する verb (発表する). Covers a wide range: classroom presentations, research announcements, press releases, and artistic performances. 発表会 (happyoukai) is a recital or presentation event. Very common in school and work settings.

Examples

1. 来週のクラスで研究の発表をします。 I'm giving a research presentation in class next week.
2. 試験の結果が発表された。 The exam results were announced.
3. 彼女はみんなの前で堂々と発表した。 She gave her presentation confidently in front of everyone.

Usage Guide

Context: school, work, media

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 発 (hatsu, emit/depart) and 表 (hyou, surface/express). Literally means bringing to the surface — making something known that was previously hidden.

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal