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Show

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Extreem Veelvoorkomend
800 - 900
800 - 900
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To display or exhibit something for others to see

Voorbeeld: She showed her artwork at the gallery.
Gebruik: formalContext: art exhibitions, presentations
Opmerking: Commonly used in professional settings to indicate showcasing or presenting something visually.

To demonstrate or prove something

Voorbeeld: He showed his skills during the interview.
Gebruik: formalContext: job interviews, academic settings
Opmerking: Often used in formal contexts to demonstrate abilities, knowledge, or qualities.

To make something known or reveal information

Voorbeeld: The report shows a decline in sales.
Gebruik: formalContext: business reports, research findings
Opmerking: Commonly used in written or formal contexts to indicate presenting data or information.

To present entertainment or a performance

Voorbeeld: They showed a movie in the cinema.
Gebruik: informalContext: movie theaters, concerts
Opmerking: Used in informal contexts to refer to presenting entertainment or performances to an audience.

To guide or lead someone to a place

Voorbeeld: Can you show me the way to the nearest station?
Gebruik: informalContext: asking for directions, guiding someone
Opmerking: Commonly used in everyday conversations when asking for directions or assistance in finding a location.

Synoniemen van Show

display

To exhibit or present something for others to see.
Voorbeeld: The museum will display the new art exhibit next week.
Opmerking: Similar to 'show' but often used in formal or professional settings.

demonstrate

To show how something is done or how something works.
Voorbeeld: The teacher will demonstrate the science experiment to the students.
Opmerking: Emphasizes the act of showing or explaining a process or procedure.

reveal

To make something known or visible that was previously hidden.
Voorbeeld: The investigation revealed new evidence in the case.
Opmerking: Implies uncovering or disclosing information that was not previously known.

present

To formally introduce or offer something for consideration.
Voorbeeld: She will present her research findings at the conference.
Opmerking: Often used in formal or professional contexts to indicate a formal presentation.

dazzle

To impress or astonish someone with a brilliant display.
Voorbeeld: The magician's performance dazzled the audience with amazing tricks.
Opmerking: Conveys a sense of awe or admiration in the display or performance.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Show

show off

To show off means to display something proudly or boastfully in order to impress others.
Voorbeeld: She loves to show off her new car to everyone.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: I waited for him, but he never showed up for the meeting.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: I'll be happy to show you around the city when you visit.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: He always shows up for his friends when they need him.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: The decorations were just for show and didn't serve any real purpose.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: She always puts on a great show at the annual talent competition.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: The comedian completely stole the show with his hilarious performance.
Opmerking: This phrase highlights outperforming or overshadowing others, unlike 'show' which may not imply comparison or competition.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Show

Showtime

Refers to the time when a performance or event is about to begin.
Voorbeeld: Are you ready? It's showtime!
Opmerking: The slang term emphasizes the excitement and anticipation of a performance starting.

Showbiz

Refers to the entertainment industry, particularly television and movies.
Voorbeeld: She's always wanted to be in showbiz.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: That dress is a real showstopper!
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: There's going to be a showdown between the two best teams.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: The event will showcase the talents of local artists.
Opmerking: While 'showcase' can be synonymous with 'show,' it often emphasizes presenting the most impressive aspects of a subject.

Show - Voorbeelden

The magician will show us some tricks.
She will show her new painting at the exhibition.
The theater will show a play tonight.

Grammatica van Show

Show - Werkwoord (Verb) / Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form)
Lemma: show
Vervoegingen
Zelfstandig naamwoord, meervoud (Noun, plural): shows
Zelfstandig naamwoord, enkelvoudig of massa (Noun, singular or mass): show
Werkwoord, verleden tijd (Verb, past tense): showed
Werkwoord, voltooid deelwoord (Verb, past participle): shown
Werkwoord, gerundium of tegenwoordig deelwoord (Verb, gerund or present participle): showing
Werkwoord, 3e persoon enkelvoud tegenwoordige tijd (Verb, 3rd person singular present): shows
Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form): show
Werkwoord, tegenwoordige tijd niet 3e persoon enkelvoud (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): show
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
show bevat 1 lettergrepen: show
Fonetische transcriptie: ˈshō
show , ˈshō (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

Show - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie

De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
show: 800 - 900 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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