Alexander
to indicate and point out. have they the same or nearly the same meaning?
2017년 3월 9일 오후 9:19
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"point out" means "refer to something that the listener already knows." EX: When Sally asked for ice cream for dessert, her dad pointed out that she'd already eaten a candybar, and suggested that she eat fruit instead. Sally already knows that she'd eaten candy, so her dad "points it out". "Pointing out" is very similar to "reminding". "Indicate" is just used to report speech indirectly. EX: When Sally asked if she could go swimming, her dad indicated that she could.
2017년 3월 9일
There is a subtle difference and I wouldn't worry about it as a novice learner. "Indicate" is more common. "Point out" is informal.
2017년 3월 9일
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