bring out
Reveal or produce something
Literally: To move something from inside to the outside
In 15 Seconds
- Used for launching new products, books, or music albums.
- Describes making a specific personality trait or flavor more noticeable.
- Works for both physical objects and abstract human qualities.
Meaning
This phrase is used when a company or artist launches a new product, book, or album for people to buy. It is also used when someone makes a specific quality or feeling in another person become more visible.
Key Examples
3 of 6Talking about a tech company
Apple is going to bring out a new iPhone next month.
ستصدر شركة آبل هاتف آيفون جديداً الشهر المقبل.
Complimenting a friend
You really bring out the best in me.
أنت حقاً تخرج أفضل ما فيّ.
Texting about a new song
Did you hear? She's bringing out a new single tonight!
هل سمعت؟ ستصدر أغنية منفردة جديدة الليلة!
Cultural Background
In the US, 'bringing out' a product is often associated with 'disruption' and high-energy marketing. Companies like Apple have turned 'bringing out' a new iPhone into a global cultural event. The British often use 'bring out' to describe the weather's effect on people. A sunny day is said to 'bring out the crowds' or 'bring out the smiles' in an otherwise reserved population. Across many cultures, the concept of a 'catalyst ingredient' (like salt, lime, or chili) is described as 'bringing out' the true nature of the food. This reflects a universal culinary value of balance. On social media platforms like Instagram, users often talk about how filters or editing tools 'bring out' certain colors or moods in their photos.
The 'Best/Worst' Rule
90% of the time you talk about people with this phrase, you will say 'bring out the best' or 'bring out the worst.' Memorize these as single blocks of language.
Pronoun Placement
Never say 'bring out it.' It sounds very unnatural to native speakers. Always say 'bring it out.'
In 15 Seconds
- Used for launching new products, books, or music albums.
- Describes making a specific personality trait or flavor more noticeable.
- Works for both physical objects and abstract human qualities.
What It Means
Bring out is a versatile phrase with two main jobs. First, it means to release or publish something new. Think of a bakery showing a fresh tray of cookies. Or a tech company launching a shiny new phone. Second, it describes highlighting a quality in someone. Your best friend might bring out your confident side. It makes something hidden become very obvious to everyone.
How To Use It
This is a 'separable' phrasal verb. You can put the object in the middle or at the end. You can say bring out a book or bring the book out. Both are perfect! Use it when you are talking about launches or personality traits. It sounds active and exciting. It implies that something was ready and is now being shared with the world.
When To Use It
Use it at work when discussing new projects or product launches. Use it at home when talking about how a certain spice brings out the flavor in a soup. It is also great for social situations. If a party is boring, a good DJ might bring out the fun in the crowd. It works for physical objects and invisible feelings alike.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use it for taking out the trash. That is simply take out. Avoid using it if something is being removed permanently. If you are deleting a file, you aren't bringing it out. Also, don't use it for people leaving a building. If you leave a house, you just come out. Bring out implies a purposeful reveal or a highlight.
Cultural Background
In Western consumer culture, 'The Big Reveal' is a huge deal. Think of Steve Jobs on stage or a fashion designer on a runway. Bring out captures that moment of anticipation. It also reflects the Western focus on 'finding yourself.' We often talk about people who bring out the best in us. It suggests that our best selves are already there, just waiting for the right person to show them.
Common Variations
Bring out the best in: To make someone act their best.Bring out the worst in: To make someone act their worst (like a sibling rivalry!).Bring it out: Often used as a command in restaurants when you are ready for the next course. Just don't be too bossy with the waiter!
Usage Notes
The phrase is neutral and works in almost any setting. Remember that when using it with a pronoun, the pronoun must go in the middle (e.g., 'bring it out').
The 'Best/Worst' Rule
90% of the time you talk about people with this phrase, you will say 'bring out the best' or 'bring out the worst.' Memorize these as single blocks of language.
Pronoun Placement
Never say 'bring out it.' It sounds very unnatural to native speakers. Always say 'bring it out.'
Complimenting
Using 'bring out' to compliment someone's eyes or hair color is considered very polite and observant in English-speaking cultures.
Examples
6Apple is going to bring out a new iPhone next month.
ستصدر شركة آبل هاتف آيفون جديداً الشهر المقبل.
Refers to a commercial product launch.
You really bring out the best in me.
أنت حقاً تخرج أفضل ما فيّ.
An emotional way to say someone makes you a better person.
Did you hear? She's bringing out a new single tonight!
هل سمعت؟ ستصدر أغنية منفردة جديدة الليلة!
Commonly used for music and entertainment.
A little salt will really bring out the flavor of the steak.
القليل من الملح سيبرز حقاً نكهة اللحم.
Used for food and sensory experiences.
Could you bring out the cake after we finish the main course?
هل يمكنك إحضار الكعكة بعد انتهائنا من الطبق الرئيسي؟
Requesting an item to be served.
That cat really brings out my inner grumpiness.
ذلك القط يخرج حقاً نزعة التذمر بداخلي.
Using the phrase to joke about one's own mood.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'bring out' and the pronoun 'it'.
The company has a new app. They are going to _______ next month.
When using a pronoun with 'bring out', the pronoun must go in the middle.
Which sentence uses 'bring out' correctly to mean 'highlight'?
Select the best option:
In this context, 'bring out' means to make a feature more noticeable.
Fill in the missing phrase in the dialogue.
A: Why do you like working with Sarah? B: Because she really _______ the best in everyone.
The idiom 'bring out the best in someone' is the standard way to describe this.
Match the sentence to the correct context.
1. 'They are bringing out a new model.' | 2. 'Add salt to bring out the flavor.' | 3. 'She's finally bringing him out.'
1 refers to a product, 2 to food, and 3 to helping someone be less shy.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesThe company has a new app. They are going to _______ next month.
When using a pronoun with 'bring out', the pronoun must go in the middle.
Select the best option:
In this context, 'bring out' means to make a feature more noticeable.
A: Why do you like working with Sarah? B: Because she really _______ the best in everyone.
The idiom 'bring out the best in someone' is the standard way to describe this.
1. 'They are bringing out a new model.' | 2. 'Add salt to bring out the flavor.' | 3. 'She's finally bringing him out.'
1 refers to a product, 2 to food, and 3 to helping someone be less shy.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, use 'take out.' 'Bring out' would imply you are presenting them like a new product!
Yes, it is perfectly acceptable. However, 'launch' or 'release' might sound slightly more professional in written reports.
'Reveal' is often for secrets. 'Bring out' is for products or making an existing quality more noticeable.
No, you must say 'The sun brings me out' (makes me want to go outside).
Not always. It can 'bring out the worst' in someone or 'bring out a rash' (a medical reaction).
Yes. 'They brought out the new model yesterday.'
Yes, 'They are bringing out a sequel next year' is very common.
In British English, it can mean to cause workers to go on strike, though this is quite formal and less common now.
Use it with the subject being the catalyst: 'The pepper brings out the flavor of the steak.'
Very similar! 'Bring out' is more common in spoken English, while 'highlight' is more common in writing.
Related Phrases
roll out
similarTo officially launch a new product or service, often in stages.
set off
similarTo make something look attractive by providing a contrast.
put out
contrastTo publish (similar) OR to extinguish a fire (different).
bring about
builds onTo cause something to happen.
