How Do You Spell SHEW?

Pronunciation: [ʃˈə͡ʊ] (IPA)

The spelling "shew" is an archaic form of the verb "show". It was commonly used in British English until the 19th century, after which the spelling "show" became more prevalent. The pronunciation of "shew" is /ʃuː/, which is represented in IPA phonetic transcription. The /ʃ/ sound represents the "sh" sound, while the /uː/ represents the "oo" sound as heard in "you" or "too". While "shew" may no longer be commonly used today, it remains an interesting example of how language evolves over time.

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SHEW Meaning and Definition

  1. Shew is an archaic spelling of the verb "show," predominantly used in older forms of English. "Shew" is derived from the Middle English term "shewen," which itself originates from Old English and Germanic roots. The word "shew" holds the same essential meaning as "show," serving as a transitive verb denoting the act of presenting, displaying, or demonstrating something to others.

    To "shew" can refer to revealing or exhibiting evidence, facts, or information, making it known or visible to others. It can also encompass the act of presenting or pointing out an object, person, or idea for others to see or be made aware of. Additionally, "shew" may encompass conveying or expressing emotions, qualities, or characteristics, allowing them to be perceived or understood by others.

    The archaic spelling of "shew" was commonly used in early Modern English, appearing in works by renowned writers and playwrights such as William Shakespeare. Over time, the spelling of "show" became more prevalent, leading to the near-obscurity of "shew" in contemporary English usage. Nevertheless, "shew" still finds occasional usage in literary or poetic contexts where an author may choose to employ a more traditional or antiquated style.

  2. • See Show.
    • Another spelling of show, which see.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for SHEW

Etymology of SHEW

The word "shew" is an archaic spelling of the word "show". The etymology of "show" can be traced back to the Old English word "sċēawian", which means "to look, see, gaze, behold" or "make visible, exhibit, display, reveal". The word further developed from the Proto-Germanic root *skauną, which has cognates in other Germanic languages such as Old High German "scouwon" and Old Norse "sýna". Over time, the spelling of "show" evolved, and the archaic spelling "shew" was used in older forms of English.

Similar spelling words for SHEW

Conjugate verb Shew

CONDITIONAL

I would shew
you would shew
he/she/it would shew
we would shew
they would shew

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be shewing
you would be shewing
he/she/it would be shewing
we would be shewing
they would be shewing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have shew
you would have shew
he/she/it would have shew
we would have shew
they would have shew

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been shewing
you would have been shewing
he/she/it would have been shewing
we would have been shewing
they would have been shewing

FUTURE

I will shew
you will shew
he/she/it will shew
we will shew
they will shew

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be shewing
you will be shewing
he/she/it will be shewing
we will be shewing
they will be shewing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have shewed
you will have shewed
he/she/it will have shewed
we will have shewed
they will have shewed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been shewing
you will have been shewing
he/she/it will have been shewing
we will have been shewing
they will have been shewing

IMPERATIVE

you shew
we let´s shew

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to shew

PAST

I shewed
you shewed
he/she/it shewed
we shewed
they shewed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was shewing
you were shewing
he/she/it was shewing
we were shewing
they were shewing

PAST PARTICIPLE

shewed

PAST PERFECT

I had shewed
you had shewed
he/she/it had shewed
we had shewed
they had shewed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been shewing
you had been shewing
he/she/it had been shewing
we had been shewing
they had been shewing

PRESENT

I shew
you shew
he/she/it shews
we shew
they shew

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am shewing
you are shewing
he/she/it is shewing
we are shewing
they are shewing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

shewing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have shewed
you have shewed
he/she/it has shewed
we have shewed
they have shewed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been shewing
you have been shewing
he/she/it has been shewing
we have been shewing
they have been shewing

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