How to Pronounce "show the flag"
expression
ˈʃoʊ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfɫæɡ
SHOH-thuh-FLAG
ʃˈəʊ/ /ðə, ði/ /flˈæɡ
shOH-thuh-FLAG
Definition
To make an official or visible appearance, often to assert presence, authority, or support, especially on behalf of a country or group.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃoʊ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfɫæɡ
British English
ʃˈəʊ/ /ðə, ði/ /flˈæɡ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHOH-thuh-FLAG
UK
shOH-thuh-FLAG
Listen in Context
The navy sent a ship to show the flag in another country.
The ambassador attended the event to show the flag for his country.
Our company will show the flag at the international trade show.
Sometimes all you have to do is show the flag so people know you’re there.