vor|führen
Translation
to demonstrate, to perform, to present, to screen
Examples
Der Verkäufer wird das neue Gerät vorführen.
The salesperson will demonstrate the new device.
Die Kinder wollen ein Theaterstück vorführen.
The children want to perform a play.
Im Kino wird heute ein alter Film vorgeführt.
An old film is being shown at the cinema today.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.dat)) ((sth.acc)) to demonstrate sth. to sb. The salesperson demonstrates the device to the customer.
((sth.acc)) to perform/present sth. The children are performing a play.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zeigen (to show), demonstrieren (to demonstrate), präsentieren (to present)
Etymology
From 'vor-' (in front of) and 'führen' (to lead). The literal meaning is 'to lead in front of', which evolved to mean showing or demonstrating something.
Memory Tips
Picture a tour guide 'leading' a group 'in front of' an exhibit to show it.