Definition of "demonstrate"

Kid-friendly meaning of demonstrate, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "demonstrate" mean?

demonstrate (verb) — to show how to do something or that something is true.

Part of speechVerb Syllables3 (dem·on·strate)

Example sentences using "demonstrate"

Grade K–2
Can you demonstrate it?
Grade 3–5
The coach will demonstrate the new play before we try it ourselves.
Grade 6–8
Sometimes you have to demonstrate that something works before anyone will believe you, even when the math behind it is obviously correct.

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