exude

[ɪɡˈzjuːd]

verb

exudar

1. To discharge or emit (a substance) slowly through pores or interstices

The tree exudes a sticky resin.

A árvore exuda uma resina pegajosa.

2. To display or emit (a quality or emotion) clearly and intensely

She exudes confidence in every situation.

Ela exala confiança em todas as situações.

3. To ooze or seep out gradually

Sweat exuded from his forehead.

O suor exudava de sua testa.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

exudar

Most common usage for physical discharge; 'exalar' for emotional display

Rio de Janeiro

exudar / exalar

Both forms used interchangeably

São Paulo

exudar / transpirar

'Transpirar' also used colloquially for displaying emotions

Portugal

exudar / emanar

'Emanar' also used, especially for non-physical qualities

exude charm

exude confidence

exude an aura of

exude from every pore

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