public presentation

[ˈpʌblɪk ˌprɛzənˈteɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: public presentations / apresentações públicas
apresentação pública
1. A formal or informal event where someone speaks to an audience about a topic, project, or idea
She gave a public presentation about climate change at the conference.
Ela fez uma apresentação pública sobre mudanças climáticas na conferência.
2. The act of displaying or demonstrating something to a group of people in a public setting
The public presentation of the new product was well-received by the media.
A apresentação pública do novo produto foi bem recebida pela mídia.
3. A scheduled event where information, findings, or work is formally shared with an audience
The student's public presentation earned her an A+ in the class.
A apresentação pública da estudante lhe rendeu uma nota A+ na disciplina.
In Brazilian corporate culture, public presentations are highly valued for professional development and are common in business meetings, academic settings, and conferences. The ability to give effective public presentations is considered an important professional skill. In the USA, public speaking and presentations are emphasized from an early age in schools and are considered essential for career advancement in most fields.
NYC Slang
The pitch / the demo / going live
Synonyms / Sinônimos
presentationpublic addressspeechlecturedemonstrationexhibition
Antonyms / Antônimos
private meetingconfidential discussionclosed session

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apresentação pública
Most common term used in business, education, and media contexts
Rio de Janeiro
apresentação pública / show
Sometimes uses 'show' informally for more theatrical presentations
São Paulo
apresentação pública
Standard usage in corporate and academic environments
Portugal
apresentação pública / apresentação em público
Slight preference for 'apresentação em público' in some contexts

Related Words

audiencespeakerslidesconferenceseminarworkshopspeech delivery

Related Idioms & Phrases

steal the show
break the ice
knock them dead
present oneself
make a splash
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