dimostrano

Dimostrano is the third-person plural present indicative form of the Italian verb dimostrare, meaning to demonstrate or to prove. It is used to indicate that a subject (they) shows or provides evidence for something, or that a claim or phenomenon is supported by evidence. The form can appear in scientific, argumentative, or everyday contexts.

Dimostrare is a regular -are verb. Its present tense forms are: io dimostro, tu dimostri, lui/lei dimostra, noi dimostriamo, voi dimostrate, loro dimostrano. The verb derives from Latin demonstrare, meaning to point out or show.

Usage notes include its common coordination with a subordinate clause introduced by che to present the proposition being proven, as in: I dati dimostrano che l’ipotesi è corretta. It is also frequent in descriptions of observations, experiments, or arguments where evidence is cited to support a conclusion. In everyday speech, it can refer to showing interest, engagement, or capability: Gli studenti dimostrano grande interesse per il corso.

Dimostrano is often contrasted with synonyms such as provano or mostrano, depending on nuance. Provare emphasizes attempting or testing, while mostrare highlights making visible or apparent. Dimostrare, in contrast, is broader and can cover proof, validation, or demonstration of truth across various domains, from empirical research to logical argumentation.