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    Montrai (en. Showed)

    /mɔ̃.tʁɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To show something to someone.
    I showed the way to my friend.
    Je montrai le chemin à mon ami.
    To display something.
    He showed his talent by playing the guitar.
    Il montra son talent en jouant de la guitare.
    To indicate or signal something.
    This map will show where the treasure is located.
    Cette carte montrai où se trouve le trésor.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'montrer', derived from Latin 'monstrare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to show a white paw
    To present oneself in a favorable light to be accepted.
    montrer patte blanche
    to point out
    To point someone or something out, often to accuse.
    montrer du doigt
    to show one's teeth
    To demonstrate aggressiveness or defiance.
    montrer les dents

    Related Words

    to show
    Verb in the infinitive that means to make visible.
    montrer
    showable
    Qualifies something that can be shown.
    montrable
    monstrous
    Refers to something very large or terrible.
    monstrueux

    Slang Meanings

    To show with a particular style.
    He showed his style with a lot of flair.
    Il a montré son style avec beaucoup de flair.
    To flaunt one's skills or possessions.
    She loves to show off her new clothes.
    Elle aime montrer ses nouveaux vêtements.
    To brag about one's successes.
    He keeps showing off his medals.
    Il n'arrête pas de montrer ses médailles.