Meaning
伪装 means to deliberately conceal one's true identity, appearance, or intentions by adopting a false exterior. It can refer to physical disguise (like military camouflage or wearing a costume) or metaphorical concealment (like pretending to have different emotions or intentions). The word carries a sense of deception or strategic hiding.
Usage
伪装 is commonly used in military contexts (camouflage), espionage scenarios, and when describing someone hiding their true feelings or identity. It has a neutral to slightly negative connotation, as it implies deliberate deception. Often appears in phrases like 伪装成 (disguise oneself as) or 伪装自己 (disguise oneself).
Examples
- 01士兵们用树枝和泥土伪装了坦克。.The soldiers camouflaged the tank with branches and mud.
- 02他伪装成服务员混进了那栋大楼。.He disguised himself as a waiter and sneaked into that building.
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Common collocations
- 伪装成to disguise oneself as
- 伪装自己to disguise oneself
- 军事伪装military camouflage
- 伪装色camouflage color
Antonyms
Origin
伪 originally meant 'false' or 'counterfeit,' while 装 means 'to dress' or 'to pack.' Together they literally mean 'to dress falsely,' creating the sense of putting on a false appearance or disguise.