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Pronunciation: [/ʃoʊ/]

Word

show: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use show in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “display or present”

(verb) to make something visible or known to others. It's when you're sharing something with others, like showing a drawing to your friends.

Example

She showed her painting to the class and everyone loved it.

Example

He didn't want to show his report card to his parents because he had bad grades.

Example

Can you show me how to solve this math problem?

Context: “indicate or demonstrate”

(verb) to reveal or demonstrate something to provide evidence or proof. It's like showing your teacher your work to prove you understand a concept.

Example

The data showed that there was a clear connection between the two variables.

Example

Her actions didn't show that she was sorry for what she did.

Example

Can you show me how you arrived at that conclusion?

Context: “event or performance”

(noun) an event or performance where entertainment is provided. It's like watching a movie or attending a play.

Example

We went to see a show at the theater last night.

Example

I missed the last episode of my favorite TV show.

Example

What's your favorite TV show to watch?

How to pronounce show

Pronunciation: [/ʃoʊ/]

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