For show Meaning in English
expression
ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈʃoʊ
fer-SHOH
fˈɔː/ /ʃˈəʊ
faw-SHOH
Definition
If something is 'for show', it is there only to be seen and to impress people, not used for its real purpose or not genuine.
Usage & Nuances
'For show' is informal and often used to describe objects, actions, or even emotions meant to impress or deceive others. It implies lack of sincerity or practical use. Commonly used as 'just for show.'
Spanish: de adorno - para aparentarPortuguese (BR): de enfeite - só para mostrarPortuguese (PT): para enfeite - só para mostrarChinese (Simplified): 做样子 - 摆设Chinese (Traditional): 做樣子 - 擺設Hindi: दिखावा करने के लिएArabic: للمظاهر - للعرض فقطBengali: দেখানোর জন্য - দেখানেপূর্ণRussian: для вида - напоказJapanese: 見せかけ - 見栄のためVietnamese: để trưng bày - để khoe khoangKorean: 겉치레로 - 보여주기 위해Turkish: gösteriş içinUrdu: دکھاوے کے لیےIndonesian: hanya untuk dipamerkan - sekadar pamer
Example Sentences
They put flowers on the table for show.
basic
His apology was just for show.
basic
The security camera is there for show.
basic
Do you really like that car or is it just for show?
natural
All those smiles seemed for show to me.
natural
He wears expensive watches, but it’s all for show.
natural