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I want to show you something

🇬🇧 UK //aɪ wɒnt tə ʃoʊ jʊ ˈsʌmθɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //aɪ wɑnt tə ʃoʊ jʊ ˈsʌmθɪŋ//

Meaning of I want to show you something

I would like to present or reveal an item or idea to you.

In simple words: I want to display or present something to you.

I want to show you something in a sentence

• I want to show you something special I found at the market.
• Before we leave, I want to show you something interesting outside.
• I want to show you something that will change your perspective on this issue.
• After class, I want to show you something that I created.
• In this presentation, I want to show you something crucial for our project.

How to use I want to show you something

Used in casual and formal contexts. Suitable for both speaking and writing when introducing an item or idea.

Grammar pattern

verb + direct object + indirect object

Memory hint

Think of a bright light shining on a hidden treasure you want to reveal.

Related words

Collocations with I want to show you something

• show you something interesting
• want to show you
• show you something new

Synonyms for I want to show you something

• I want to present you something
• I want to demonstrate something
• I want to display something
• I want to reveal something

Common mistakes with I want to show you something

• Forgetting to use 'something' when referring to an unspecified object.
• Using 'show' with the wrong object pronoun.
• Confusing with 'let me show' which implies permission.

Frequently asked questions about I want to show you something

What does I want to show you something mean?

I want to display or present something to you.

What is the definition of I want to show you something?

I would like to present or reveal an item or idea to you.

How do you use I want to show you something in a sentence?

I want to show you something special I found at the market.

Can you give another example of I want to show you something?

Before we leave, I want to show you something interesting outside.

What are synonyms for I want to show you something?

Common alternatives include I want to present you something, I want to demonstrate something, I want to display something, I want to reveal something.

What words go with I want to show you something?

It commonly pairs with show you something interesting, want to show you, show you something new.

What are common mistakes when using I want to show you something?

Forgetting to use 'something' when referring to an unspecified object. Using 'show' with the wrong object pronoun. Confusing with 'let me show' which implies permission.

How do you pronounce I want to show you something?

US: //aɪ wɑnt tə ʃoʊ jʊ ˈsʌmθɪŋ//, UK: //aɪ wɒnt tə ʃoʊ jʊ ˈsʌmθɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I want to show you something?

Used in casual and formal contexts. Suitable for both speaking and writing when introducing an item or idea.