ichidan verb, intransitive verb
Physical emergence from a liquid or hidden state; often used for objects, patterns, or substances becoming visible.
水面に泡が浮き出てきた。
Bubbles rose to the surface of the water.
古い写真を現像
When I developed the old photo, a hidden image surfaced.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
Figurative use: something becomes noticeable or prominent against a background, often implying contrast.
彼の才能はチームの中で浮き出ている。
His talent stands out within the team.
白い壁に黒いシミが浮き出て見える。
A black stain stands out against the white wall.