expo

[ˈɛksoʊ (English) / ˈɛkspɔ (Portuguese)]
nounfemininepl: expos
exposição; feira
1. A large public exhibition or fair, typically showcasing products, art, or innovations in a specific industry or field
The tech expo attracted thousands of visitors from around the world.
A exposição de tecnologia atraiu milhares de visitantes de todo o mundo.
2. Short form of 'exposition' or 'exposition center'; an event where companies display and promote their products
We exhibited our new products at the annual auto expo.
Exibimos nossos novos produtos na expo automóvel anual.
3. A public event or show featuring art, crafts, or cultural exhibits
The art expo featured works from emerging local artists.
A expo de arte apresentou obras de artistas locais emergentes.
The term 'expo' has become increasingly popular in Brazil, especially in business and entertainment contexts. Major expos in Brazil include trade shows, automotive exhibitions, and technology fairs. In the USA, 'expo' is a standard term for large public exhibitions and conventions. The word reflects modern commercial culture and the prevalence of large-scale public events in both countries.
NYC Slang
expo (same); commonly used in NYC for trade shows and exhibitions, especially tech expos and art fairs
Synonyms / Sinônimos
exhibitionexpositionfairshowtrade showexhibition center

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
exposição; expo
Both terms are widely used in Brazil; 'expo' is increasingly common in informal contexts
São Paulo
expo; exposição
Very common in commercial and business contexts due to major trade shows held there
General USA English
expo
Widely used abbreviation for exposition or exhibition; very common in marketing
Portugal
exposição; feira
'Expo' is used but less frequently than in Brazil; 'exposição' is more formal

Related Words

exhibitdisplayshowcaseconventionsymposiumexposiçãofeira comercial

Related Idioms & Phrases

at the expo
expo season
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