Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

for show

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.66 in modern English

Syllables: for show
IPA

16

Scrabble Score

7

Letters

1

Syllables

6

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

intended to be seen but not bought or used; aesthetic as opposed to practical.

prep_phrase

done in an insincere or affected manner in order to impress others.

Example Sentences

"Wealthy Nauruans spent their abundant money on cars that were for show."
"Guys, get down from the climbing frames! They're just there for show!"

Questions

What does for show mean?: intended to be seen but not bought or used; aesthetic as opposed to practical.

How to pronounce for show

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