1 B2 neutral
To accompany a visitor politely to the exit after a visit or meeting.
"After the interview, the HR manager thanked the candidate and showed her out."
separable
show out
B2 neutral separable transitive
To escort a visitor or guest out of a building or room, guiding them to the exit.
In plain English
To walk with someone to the door to help them leave.
What does "show out" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 B2 neutral
To guide someone firmly toward the exit, often implying they are no longer welcome.
"Security showed the disruptive audience member out before the performance could resume."
separable
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To show someone the way out — transparent.
Actually means
To walk with someone to the door to help them leave.
Usage tip
Common in formal or professional settings, such as offices, hotels, or meetings. The person being escorted is the object: 'show someone out'. Often used when a meeting or visit has concluded. Slightly formal.
Words that pair with "show out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
guest visitor client patient delegate interviewer
How to conjugate "show out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
show out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
shows out
he/she/it
Past simple
showed out
yesterday
Past participle
shown out
have + pp
-ing form
showing out
continuous
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