to unfold
01
展开, 打开
to open or spread something out from a folded state or compact form
Transitive: to unfold sth
例子
She unfolded the map to check the directions.
她展开地图以检查方向。
The origami artist skillfully unfolded the paper crane.
折纸艺术家巧妙地展开了纸鹤。
02
展开, 发展
to develop or progress in a way that shows promise or potential
Intransitive
例子
As the project continued, new opportunities began to unfold.
随着项目的继续，新的机会开始展现。
With each passing year, the entrepreneur 's vision for the company began to unfold.
随着每一年的过去，企业家对公司的愿景开始展开。
03
展开, 揭示
to gradually reveal or make visible something that was previously concealed or unknown
Transitive: to unfold a mystery or secret
例子
As she recounted her life story, she began to unfold the layers of her past.
当她讲述自己的人生故事时，她开始展开过去的层层。
The archaeological excavation slowly unfolded the ancient city's history.
考古发掘慢慢地揭示了古城的历史。
04
展开, 打开
to expand or extend from a closed or folded position
Intransitive
例子
As the caterpillar emerges from its cocoon, its wings gradually unfold.
当毛毛虫从茧中出来时，它的翅膀逐渐展开。
The sailboat 's sails begin to unfold as the wind catches them.
当风抓住帆船的帆时，帆开始展开。
