Dictionary
English - Vietnamese
Show
ʃoʊ
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
trình diễn, cho xem, thể hiện, chỉ ra, phô bày
Show meanings in Vietnamese
trình diễn
Example:
The magician will show his tricks tonight.
Nhà ảo thuật sẽ trình diễn những trò ảo thuật của mình tối nay.
She showed her talent at the concert.
Cô ấy đã trình diễn tài năng của mình tại buổi hòa nhạc.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in entertainment or performance contexts.
Note: This meaning is often associated with live performances or exhibitions.
cho xem
Example:
Can you show me your new phone?
Bạn có thể cho tôi xem điện thoại mới của bạn không?
He showed her the photos from his vacation.
Anh ấy đã cho cô ấy xem những bức ảnh từ kỳ nghỉ của mình.
Usage: informalContext: Used in everyday conversations when asking to see something.
Note: This meaning is often used in casual contexts where someone is asked to display an item.
thể hiện
Example:
He shows great promise as an artist.
Anh ấy thể hiện nhiều triển vọng như một nghệ sĩ.
She showed her emotions during the movie.
Cô ấy đã thể hiện cảm xúc của mình trong suốt bộ phim.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when discussing abilities, qualities, or feelings.
Note: This meaning emphasizes expressing or revealing something more abstract.
chỉ ra
Example:
The teacher showed the students how to solve the problem.
Giáo viên đã chỉ ra cho học sinh cách giải quyết vấn đề.
She showed him where the library is located.
Cô ấy đã chỉ ra cho anh ấy biết thư viện ở đâu.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Commonly used in educational or instructional settings.
Note: This meaning involves guiding someone to understand or find something.
phô bày
Example:
The exhibition shows the history of art.
Triển lãm phô bày lịch sử nghệ thuật.
They showed off their new car to friends.
Họ phô bày chiếc xe mới của mình cho bạn bè.
Usage: informalContext: Used when someone displays something to impress others.
Note: This meaning often carries a connotation of boasting or pride.
Show's synonyms
display
To exhibit or present something for others to see.
Example: The museum will display the new art exhibit next week.
Note: Similar to 'show' but often used in formal or professional settings.
demonstrate
To show how something is done or how something works.
Example: The teacher will demonstrate the science experiment to the students.
Note: Emphasizes the act of showing or explaining a process or procedure.
reveal
To make something known or visible that was previously hidden.
Example: The investigation revealed new evidence in the case.
Note: Implies uncovering or disclosing information that was not previously known.
present
To formally introduce or offer something for consideration.
Example: She will present her research findings at the conference.
Note: Often used in formal or professional contexts to indicate a formal presentation.
dazzle
To impress or astonish someone with a brilliant display.
Example: The magician's performance dazzled the audience with amazing tricks.
Note: Conveys a sense of awe or admiration in the display or performance.
Show expressions, common phrases
show off
To show off means to display something proudly or boastfully in order to impress others.
Example: She loves to show off her new car to everyone.
Note: The word 'show' alone may simply mean to display or present something without the connotation of boasting.
show up
To show up means to arrive or appear, especially when expected or needed.
Example: I waited for him, but he never showed up for the meeting.
Note: While 'show' can also mean to appear, 'show up' specifically emphasizes the aspect of being present when required.
show around
To show someone around means to give them a guided tour or lead them to different places while providing information.
Example: I'll be happy to show you around the city when you visit.
Note: This phrase involves actively guiding and explaining things to someone, unlike just showing, which might be more passive.
show up for
To show up for someone or something means to be there and provide support or assistance when needed.
Example: He always shows up for his friends when they need him.
Note: It implies being present and available to offer help or support, emphasizing reliability and dependability.
for show
If something is done for show, it is done only to give a good impression or appearance without any real significance or value.
Example: The decorations were just for show and didn't serve any real purpose.
Note: This phrase implies a superficial or insincere display, contrasting with the genuine meaning of the word 'show.'
put on a show
To put on a show means to perform or present something, often in an entertaining or dramatic way.
Example: She always puts on a great show at the annual talent competition.
Note: While 'show' can refer to any display, 'put on a show' specifically implies a performance or presentation with a degree of spectacle.
steal the show
To steal the show means to attract the most attention and praise, outshining others in a performance or event.
Example: The comedian completely stole the show with his hilarious performance.
Note: This phrase highlights outperforming or overshadowing others, unlike 'show' which may not imply comparison or competition.
Show everyday (slang) expressions
Showtime
Refers to the time when a performance or event is about to begin.
Example: Are you ready? It's showtime!
Note: The slang term emphasizes the excitement and anticipation of a performance starting.
Showbiz
Refers to the entertainment industry, particularly television and movies.
Example: She's always wanted to be in showbiz.
Note: This term is a shortened form of 'show business' and is often used more informally.
Showstopper
Refers to something or someone that impresses or excites people and captures attention.
Example: That dress is a real showstopper!
Note: While 'showstopper' originally referred to an act or performance that was so good it forced the show to pause due to audience applause, in slang it's used more generally to describe anything outstanding.
Showdown
Indicates a decisive confrontation or contest between parties.
Example: There's going to be a showdown between the two best teams.
Note: The term is often associated with tense or dramatic situations where a resolution or outcome is expected.
Showcase
Refers to a display or presentation highlighting the best qualities or features of something or someone.
Example: The event will showcase the talents of local artists.
Note: While 'showcase' can be synonymous with 'show,' it often emphasizes presenting the most impressive aspects of a subject.
Show - Examples
The magician will show us some tricks.
Nhà ảo thuật sẽ biểu diễn cho chúng ta một số trò.
She will show her new painting at the exhibition.
Cô ấy sẽ trưng bày bức tranh mới của mình tại triển lãm.
The theater will show a play tonight.
Nhà hát sẽ trình diễn một vở kịch tối nay.
Show grammar
Show - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: show
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): shows
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): show
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): showed
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): shown
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): showing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): shows
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): show
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): show
Syllables, Separation and Stress
show Contains 1 syllables: show
Phonetic transcription: ˈshō
show , ˈshō (The red syllable is stressed)
Show - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
show: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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