display inability
[dɪˈspleɪ ɪnəˈbɪləti]
verb phrase
demonstrar incapacidade
1. to show or manifest a lack of ability or competence to do something
The team displayed inability to execute the play correctly during the match.
O time demonstrou incapacidade de executar a jogada corretamente durante a partida.
2. to exhibit or reveal an inability through one's actions or performance
She displayed inability to manage the project effectively.
Ela demonstrou incapacidade de gerenciar o projeto de forma eficaz.
This phrase is used formally in professional and academic contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking contexts. In Brazil, it's commonly used in educational assessments and workplace evaluations. In the USA, particularly in NYC, more colloquial expressions are often preferred in casual speech.
NYC Slang
can't cut it / showing you got no game / display L's (losses)
Related Idioms & Phrases
display inability to cut it
display inability to hold a candle to someone
display inability to get it together
display inability to make the grade
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