- 锋芒毕露 fēngmángbìlù to flaunt one's talentThe sharp edge and point of a blade are fully exposed; used to describe someone who shows off their talent or energy in an aggressive or unrestrained way.
- 初露锋芒 chūlùfēngmáng to show one's talent for the first timeTo display one's ability, strength, or talent for the first time; used to describe a beginner or youth showing early signs of great potential.
- 不露锋芒 bùlùfēngmáng to hide one's brillianceto not show off one's talent or sharp edge; to be modest and keep a low profile
- 锋芒所向 fēngmángsuǒxiàng thrust of an attackThe direction of a military advance or physical assault; where the spearhead is pointed
- 小试锋芒 xiǎoshìfēngmáng to show a glimpse of one's talentto display only a small part of one's talent or skills; to show a hint of what one is capable of doing
- 锋芒逼人 fēngmángbīrén to be aggressive(of one's talent or speech) to be sharp and overbearing; to present oneself aggressively in a way that makes others feel intimidated or threatened
- 崭露锋芒 zhǎnlùfēngmáng to show off one's talentto begin to display one's abilities or brilliance; to show one's edge or potential for the first time
- 锋芒内敛 fēngmángnèiliǎn talented yet self-effacingTo be talented and capable yet remain humble and modest; to refrain from showing off one's abilities
- 收敛锋芒 shōuliǎnfēngmáng to draw in one's clawsto draw in one's claws; to hide one's brilliance; to show more modesty or restraint
- 露锋芒 lòufēngmáng to show one's talentTo show off one's talent or ability; to make one's aggressiveness felt.