| Id | ESLPod_0251_WE_0177 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 251 |
| Episode Title | Stranger on an Airplane |
| Phrase | to show (one) around |
| Text | In this podcast, the phrase "to show (one) around" means to show someone the most interesting and important places in a city: "If you don't have anyone to show you around in the city, you can easily find a tour guide." The phrase "to show (someone) up" means to do something better than another person, so that the other person feels bad: "No matter what I do, Tracy is always showing me up at work, doing things better or faster." The phrase "to show (someone) off" means to show other people someone whom you are very proud of: "At parties, Sebeka always shows off her husband, making sure that everyone knows what a good job he has." Similarly, "to show (something) off" means to show other people something that you are very proud of: "Sumeet was showing off his expensive new car this morning." |
| Topics | Travel |
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