vor|weisen
Translation
to show, to present, to produce (a document)
Examples
Bitte weisen Sie Ihren Ausweis vor.
Please show your ID.
Er konnte gute Ergebnisse vorweisen.
He was able to show good results.
Grammar Patterns
to show ((sth.)) ((to sb.)) Please show your passport to the officer.
to show ((sth.)) Please show your ID.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zeigen (to show), präsentieren (to present), vorlegen (to submit)
Etymology
From 'vor-' (forth, in front of) + 'weisen' (to show, to point). It literally means 'to show forth' or 'to point out in front'.
Memory Tips
You 'weisen' (show/point to) something by holding it 'vor' (in front of) someone, particularly official papers.