display excitement

[dɪˈspleɪ ɪkˈsaɪtmənt]
verb phrase
demonstrar entusiasmo / mostrar empolgação
1. to show or express enthusiasm, joy, or eagerness in a visible or noticeable way
The children displayed excitement when they saw the surprise birthday party.
As crianças demonstraram entusiasmo quando viram a festa de surpresa de aniversário.
2. to manifest signs of being thrilled or delighted about something
She displayed excitement about her new job opportunity.
Ela mostrou empolgação com sua nova oportunidade de trabalho.
In Brazilian culture, displaying excitement is generally encouraged and seen as authentic and warm. Americans and Brazilians tend to be more expressive with excitement than some European cultures. In professional contexts, while enthusiasm is valued, it's typically expressed with more restraint than in social settings.
NYC Slang
go crazy / flip out / get hyped
Synonyms / Sinônimos
show enthusiasmexpress joydemonstrate eagernessexhibit delightmanifest excitement
Antonyms / Antônimos
hide disappointmentconceal indifferencesuppress emotionmask disinterest

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar entusiasmo / mostrar empolgação
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
se mostrar animado / exibir vibração
more colloquial and energetic expression
São Paulo
demonstrar entusiasmo / mostrar interesse
more formal business context usage
Portugal
demonstrar entusiasmo / mostrar entusiasmo
similar to Brazilian but with slightly different intonation

Related Words

enthusiasmeagernessdelightjoyexhilarationthrill

Related Idioms & Phrases

jump for joy
be on cloud nine
over the moon
com os olhos brilhando de alegria (with eyes shining with joy)
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