be manifest

[bi ˈmænɪfest]
verb phrase
ser manifesto; manifestar-se; tornar-se evidente
1. to become clearly visible or apparent; to display or show oneself
Her talent began to manifest in her early performances.
Seu talento começou a se manifestar em suas primeiras apresentações.
2. to become evident or obvious through signs, symptoms, or behavior
The disease will manifest within two weeks.
A doença se manifestará dentro de duas semanas.
3. to display or demonstrate clearly
His true character began to manifest itself.
Seu verdadeiro caráter começou a se manifestar.
The phrase 'be manifest' is more common in formal, written, or academic English. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'manifestar-se' is widely used in medical, psychological, and social contexts to describe how conditions, emotions, or characteristics become visible or apparent. The verb is frequently used in news media and formal discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
appearbecome evidentbecome apparentshowdisplayemergereveal itself
Antonyms / Antônimos
concealhideobscuredisappear

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
manifestar-se; ser manifesto
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
manifestar-se; mostrar-se
Similar to general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
manifestar-se; tornar-se evidente
More formal usage in business contexts
Portugal
manifestar-se; revelar-se
European Portuguese uses similar constructions with slight variations

Related Words

manifestationmanifestmanifestlyevidentapparent

Related Idioms & Phrases

manifest destiny
manifest one's true colors
let something manifest
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