Presenting
prɪˈzɛntɪŋ
Definitions
3 meaningsTo formally offer or give something, often in a ceremony or as a gift.
prɪˈzɛntɪŋ
To give something to someone formally or ceremoniously.
The company is presenting its new product line at the conference.
💡 Simply: Like giving someone a gift at their birthday party or handing someone a trophy at an award show. You're 'presenting' it to them!
👶 For kids: Giving someone a gift or showing them something.
More Examples
The king presented the knight with a medal for his bravery.
I'm presenting the findings of our research at the seminar.
How It's Used
"The award was presented to the winner by the mayor."
"She presented him with a beautiful bouquet of flowers."
To exhibit, display, or introduce something for consideration or review.
prɪˈzɛntɪŋ
To show or display something; to introduce something for consideration.
The architect is presenting the building plans to the client.
💡 Simply: Like showing off a cool project to your teacher or sharing your ideas at a meeting. You're 'presenting' your work to others!
👶 For kids: Showing something to people so they can see it.
More Examples
The students are presenting their science projects to the class.
I am presenting my ideas on this project to my boss.
How It's Used
"He will be presenting the quarterly financial report."
"She is presenting her research findings at a conference."
To bring something to someone’s attention or to manifest.
prɪˈzɛntɪŋ
To cause something to be seen or experienced.
The evidence presented a strong case against the defendant.
💡 Simply: It's like saying 'This is what's happening.' For example, 'The data is presenting a clear trend.', means you can see that trend.
👶 For kids: To show or cause something to happen.
More Examples
The painting presented a vivid image of the landscape.
The situation is presenting some new challenges.
How It's Used
"The film presented a very different perspective."
"The symptoms are presenting themselves differently."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From Middle English presenten, from Old French presenter, from Latin praesentare (“to place before, exhibit, offer”).
Presenting has been used in various contexts throughout history, from royal courts to scientific lectures, signifying the act of offering, showing, or introducing.
Memory tip
Imagine 'present' as a gift you are handing over.
Word Origin
"to place before, exhibit, offer"