Meaning 1neutral; borrowed word · 82%
An entertainment performance, often with music, dance, or other acts.
Natural examples
Die Band spielt heute Abend in einer großen Show.
The band is performing in a big show tonight.
Die neue Show verbindet Musik und Tanz.
The new show combines music and dance.
Für die Kindersendung suchen wir eine kurze Show.
We are looking for a short show for the children’s program.
Usage note
Show is feminine and forms the plural Shows. In this sense it usually means a planned entertainment performance.
Mini-lesson: Show
An entertainment performance, often with music, dance, or other acts. Show is feminine and forms the plural Shows. In this sense it usually means a planned entertainment performance.
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