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    Montraient (en. Showed)

    /mɔ̃tʁɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To display or make something visible to someone.
    They were showing the results of their work.
    Ils montraient les résultats de leur travail.
    To demonstrate or prove something.
    The scientists were demonstrating the importance of their discovery.
    Les scientifiques montraient l'importance de leur découverte.
    To express or indicate an attitude or emotion.
    She expressed her joy by smiling.
    Elle montrait sa joie en souriant.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'montrer', from Latin 'monstrare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to show one's true colors
    To demonstrate good faith or loyalty.
    montrer patte blanche
    to show one's teeth
    To be aggressive or hostile.
    montrer les crocs
    to point out
    To accuse or point someone out.
    montrer du doigt

    Related Words

    show
    Intransitive verb meaning to display or make visible.
    montrer
    showable
    That can be shown.
    montrable
    demonstration
    The action of showing or demonstrating.
    monstration

    Slang Meanings

    To show an exaggerated aspect or performance to impress.
    He really showed off during his presentation.
    Il montr(ait) vraiment trop lors de sa présentation.
    To show off by displaying one's abilities.
    She started to show her dancing talents.
    Elle a commencé à montrer ses talents de danseuse.