The document discusses the chronological changes in the Chinese word "shài". Originally meaning "to expose to the sun", its pronunciation and meaning have changed over time. It now can mean "to share" information online, such as personal details, photos, or opinions. Examples are given of types of information commonly "shared" or "shown" online by Chinese internet users through social media updates.

1.  expose to the sun  share; show by David J. Wang ＝ ＝

2. Chronological change in form lù ： deer

3. Chronological change in form l ì ： deer in pair

4. Chronological change in meaning l ì ： deer in pair l ì ： beautiful

5. Chronological change in form with ancient pronunciation   meaning: “sun” pronounced: “l ì ” x ǐ ： expose to the sun (ancient pronunciation)

6. Chronological change in pronunciation x ǐ ： expose to the sun shài ： expose to the sun

10. With a new meaning shài ： expose to the sun shài ： share (personal info) or show (something) on the internet

11. Transliteration (only in Mainland China) shài share = Sounds like