Have to show for Meaning in English
expression
Definición
Used to talk about what results, achievements, or evidence someone has after effort, time, or spending something. It often focuses on whether there is anything worthwhile or visible as a result.
Uso & Matices
Commonly used in negative or questioning forms: 'have nothing to show for', 'what do you have to show for it?'. Implies disappointment with the results of time, money, or effort. Typically informal and in spoken English.
Oraciones de Ejemplo
After ten years of work, he has little to show for it.
basic
I studied all week, but I have nothing to show for it.
basic
What do you have to show for your hard work?
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He spent all his savings, and now he has nothing to show for it.
natural
So many hours at the gym and this is all I have to show for it!
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Years of investments and what do we have to show for it? Not much.
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