CEFR B1

point out

phrasal verb

Meaning

Draw attention to a specific fact, error, or detail that someone else might have missed.

Examples

The tour guide was quick to point out the hidden carvings on the cathedral wall.
I need to point out that we are currently over budget on this project.

Synonyms: show, mention, indicate, highlight

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point out (B1)

phrasal verb

Pronunciation: /pɔɪnt aʊt/

Definition

Draw attention to a specific fact, error, or detail that someone else might have missed.

Examples

The tour guide was quick to point out the hidden carvings on the cathedral wall.
I need to point out that we are currently over budget on this project.
She pointed out that the train schedule had changed since last week.

How to Use point out

point out that (collocation): introducing a fact or observation — "He pointed out that the store closes early on Sundays."
point out [something] to [someone] (collocation): directing attention toward an object for a specific person — "Please point out the correct button to me."

Synonyms of point out

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