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/Sounds like "DAHR" (as in "dart") + the English word "show" (same pronunciation)/

Meaning

To make a dramatic scene or put on an exaggerated spectacle in public in Venezuela. Dar show means creating a commotion that draws everyone's stare, usually over something that didn't need it.

Examples

Don't make a scene at the restaurant, let's talk this through calmly.

He caused a huge scene in the middle of the street because someone scratched his car.

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Regional synonyms

To speak clearly and directly, without beating around the bush or softening things with euphemisms. In Colombia and Chile, speaking "en plata" (literally "in silver") is considered the most respectful and honest approach: just say what you mean.