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demonstrate

verb B2 Formal

Meaning

To demonstrate means to show or prove something clearly through examples, evidence, or actions.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "demonstrate" with "show," as "demonstrate" often implies a more detailed or formal presentation.

Example Sentences

Can you demonstrate how to use this new software ?
I will demonstrate how to use this new software today .
The study aims to demonstrate the effectiveness of the new method .
The teacher will demonstrate the experiment to the students tomorrow .

Word in Context

Eda invited two friends to her flat and planned to teach them how to make a vegetable soup . She explained each step clearly and chose easy ingredients so everyone could follow . To show the right way to chop the vegetables without rushing , she decided to demonstrate the technique slowly on the cutting board . Her friends watched carefully and tried the steps themselves , asking questions when something was not clear . By the time the soup was ready , they could repeat the process and felt more confident about cooking at home .

Common Phrases

demonstrate a concept demonstrate skills demonstrate the importance

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