Montrant (en. Showing)

/mɔ̃ʁɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
That is in the process of showing.
The presenter was very showy in his demonstration.
Le présentateur était très montrant dans sa démonstration.
That reveals information.
This study is very revealing about the consumption habits of young people.
Cette étude est très montrante sur les habitudes de consommation des jeunes.
That manifests obvious characteristics.
The signs are very prominent in this artwork.
Les signes sont très montrants dans cette œuvre d'art.

Etymology

Comes from the verb montrer, derived from the Latin 'monstrare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

showing its colors
Demonstrate one's true nature or intentions.
montrant ses couleurs
showing the way
Indicate the direction or the right path to follow.
montrant le chemin
showing an attitude
Reveal a particular behavior.
montrant une attitude

Related Words

show
To make something visible.
montrer
indication
Signal or information that directs to something.
indication
demonstration
Action of showing or proving something.
démonstration

Slang Meanings

To put on a show
He loves being showy, especially in front of the cameras.
Il adore être montrant, surtout devant les caméras.
To promote oneself
On social media, he is very showy to attract attention.
Sur les réseaux sociaux, il est très montrant pour attirer l'attention.