Definition and meaning of English word "show"
show
/ʃoʊ/
Meaning
VerbTo display or exhibit; to have somebody see (something); to direct attention to something.
How to use
The verb 'show' is commonly used in everyday English, often in formal and informal contexts, to mean displaying or exhibiting something for someone to see. A notable grammatical nuance is that 'show' can be used with a direct object and an indirect object, as in 'show me the picture,' where 'me' is the indirect object. Learners should be cautious not to confuse 'show' with 'display' in formal contexts, as 'display' often implies a more organized or public presentation.
🇬🇧 English
show
Example
I will show you
She will show movie
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Common phrases
- show someone around— show someone around
- show off— show off
- put on a show— put on a show
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Frequency rank: #603 in English
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What does the English word "show" mean?▼
The English word "show" means "show" in English.
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