exhibit aptitude

[ɪɡˈzɪbɪt æpˈtjuːd]
verb phrase
demonstrar aptidão
1. to display or show a natural skill, talent, or ability in a particular area
She exhibited aptitude for mathematics from an early age.
Ela demonstrou aptidão para matemática desde pequena.
2. to reveal competence or proficiency in performing a specific task or subject
The student exhibited aptitude in creative writing during the competition.
O aluno demonstrou aptidão em redação criativa durante a competição.
3. to give evidence of possessing natural inclination or ability for something
Young musicians who exhibit aptitude often pursue professional careers.
Jovens músicos que demonstram aptidão frequentemente seguem carreiras profissionais.
In both Brazilian and American educational contexts, exhibiting aptitude is highly valued and often determines academic placement, scholarship opportunities, and career guidance. In Brazil, aptitude tests (testes de aptidão) are commonly used in career counseling (orientação profissional), while in the US, similar assessments inform college admissions and vocational training programs.
NYC Slang
show skills, got game, got chops
Synonyms / Sinônimos
show talentdemonstrate abilitydisplay skillreveal competencemanifest proficiencyevidence aptitudeshowcase talent
Antonyms / Antônimos
exhibit incompetenceshow ineptitudedisplay inabilitylack skill

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar aptidão
most common and widely understood term
Rio de Janeiro
mostrar aptidão
alternative with slightly more informal tone
São Paulo
apresentar aptidão
alternative equally accepted in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
demonstrar aptidão
same as Brazilian Portuguese, no significant regional variation

Related Words

aptitude testtalentskillproficiencyabilitycompetencenatural abilityinclination

Related Idioms & Phrases

have a knack for something
show promise
have a gift for
have a flair for
have what it takes
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