present it

[prɪˈzɛnt ɪt]
verb phrase
apresentá-lo / apresentá-la / apresentar isso
1. To introduce, show, or display something to an audience or person
She will present it to the board members at the meeting.
Ela vai apresentá-lo aos membros do conselho na reunião.
2. To give or offer something as a gift or formal gesture
He decided to present it as a token of his appreciation.
Ele decidiu apresentá-lo como um gesto de sua gratidão.
3. To put forward or submit something for consideration
The team will present it during the conference tomorrow.
O time vai apresentar isso durante a conferência amanhã.
In Brazilian business culture, 'apresentar' (to present) is a fundamental concept in professional settings. Presentations are formal events, and the phrase 'present it' often implies a structured, organized introduction of ideas, products, or proposals. In American corporate culture, 'present it' is equally important and occurs in meetings, conferences, and pitches where clarity and persuasion are key.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
show itdisplay itexhibit itintroduce itsubmit itoffer it
Antonyms / Antônimos
hide itconceal itwithhold it

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
apresentá-lo / apresentá-la / apresentar isso
Most common form; gender and number agree with the object
Rio de Janeiro
apresentá-lo / apresentar isso
Colloquial: 'botá na frente' or 'colocar na frente' used informally
São Paulo
apresentá-lo / apresentar isso
Standard usage; professional contexts use formal presentation language
Portugal
apresentá-lo / apresentá-la / apresentar isso
Similar usage; European Portuguese maintains same structure

Related Words

presentationpresenterpresentshowexhibitintroduce

Related Idioms & Phrases

present it with a bang
present it to the world
present it on a silver platter
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