show
Translation
to show, to demonstrate, to guide, a show
Examples
Can you show me the way?
Can you show me the way?
She showed me her new dress.
She showed me her new dress.
The results show a clear trend.
The results show a clear trend.
We went to a musical show.
We went to a musical show.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((sth.)) to let (sb.) see (sth.) She showed me her new dress.
((sb.)) ((the way)) to direct (sb.) Can you show me the way?
((that...)) to demonstrate or prove (that...) The results show that the plan is working.
Similar Words
Verb: display, exhibit, reveal; Noun: performance, exhibition
Etymology
From Old English 'scēawian' meaning 'to look at, see, inspect'.
Memory Tips
To 'show' something is to make it so others can see it. Think of a fashion 'show' where models 'show' clothes.