for show

Related to word: show

Pharse

Definition

  1. Something described as 'for show' is used purely to enhance appearance, lacking any practical purpose or function.

    裝门面(无實质)

    • They put some expensive art pieces in the meeting room, but they were just for show.

      他們在會議室裡放了一些昂貴的藝術品,但那些只是為了裝飾。

    • Many campaign promises made by politicians are just for show; they have no real intention of fulfilling them.

      許多政客的競選承諾只是做做樣子;他們並無意真正履行。

    • All the decorations at the party were just for show; they didn't serve any real purpose.

      派對上的所有裝飾都只是為了好看;它們沒有任何實際用途。