Mostraron (en. They showed)

/mos'tɾaɾon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To show something; to exhibit or present something to someone.
They showed the exam results to the parents.
Ellos mostraron los resultados del examen a los padres.
To make something evident or visible.
The data showed a growing trend in sales.
Los datos mostraron una tendencia creciente en las ventas.
To appear in a place or situation.
They showed willingness to collaborate on the project.
Se mostraron dispuestos a colaborar en el proyecto.

Etymology

From the Latin 'monstrare', which means 'to indicate or teach'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Show the truth
Reveal the reality of a situation.
Mostrar la verdad
Show interest
Demonstrate curiosity or attention towards something.
Mostrar interés
Show the way
Indicate the direction to follow.
Mostrar el camino

Related Words

show
Verb that means to exhibit or reveal something.
mostrar
exhibit
To place something in a visible location; show.
exhibir
reveal
To make something known that was hidden.
revelar

Slang Meanings

To show something unexpected or surprising.
The game showed some graphics that nobody expected.
El juego mostró unos gráficos que nadie esperaba.
To face a difficult situation.
When there were problems, they showed their true character.
Cuando hubo problemas, ellos mostraron su verdadero carácter.