preview
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.a short video that shows parts of a movie or TV show to get people excited to watch it.
n.a brief promotional sequence of clips from a film or television programme used for advertising purposes.
Simple“The movie preview looked so exciting that I bought tickets immediately.”
In context“The studio released a two-minute preview during the championship game, generating significant social media buzz ahead of the summer premiere.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
n.a view of a document or photo on your screen that shows exactly how it will look when printed or saved.
n.a software feature allowing the user to inspect the layout and formatting of a digital file before committing to a final output.
Simple“Always check the print preview to make sure your text isn't cut off.”
In context“The updated interface includes a live preview feature, so designers can see their adjustments in real time without having to refresh the page.”
Synonymsprint previewthumbnail - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.an event where people see a movie, play, or art show before it officially opens to the public.
n.an advance screening or exhibition of a creative work, often intended for critics or a select audience prior to its general release.
Simple“We were lucky enough to get tickets to a special preview of the new musical.”
In context“The gallery hosted a private preview for collectors, allowing them to view the sculptures before the exhibition opened to the general public.”
- 04 B1 Intermediate
v.to look at or show something before it is finished or officially released.
v.to view or display a sample or the entirety of a work before its formal presentation or completion.
Simple“The teacher will preview the video to make sure it is okay for the students.”
In context“The director decided to preview the rough cut for a small focus group to gauge their emotional reaction to the ending.”
UsageThis verb is transitive and requires a direct object.
From pre- + view; compare Old French preveü, past participle of preveoir (“to foresee”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.