showcase

[/ˈʃoʊkeɪs/]

noun/verbpl: showcases

vitrine; exposição; demonstração

1. (noun) A glass case or display stand for exhibiting items

The jewelry was displayed in a showcase at the museum.

As joias foram expostas em uma vitrine no museu.

2. (noun) A presentation or exhibition of something to highlight its qualities

The event was a showcase of local talent.

O evento foi uma exposição de talentos locais.

3. (verb) To display or present something prominently

The film showcases the beauty of the Brazilian landscape.

O filme exibe a beleza da paisagem brasileira.

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General Brazilian

vitrine; mostra; exposição

Most common usage across Brazil

São Paulo

showcase; vitrine

English term frequently used in business contexts

Rio de Janeiro

mostra; exibição

Common in cultural and entertainment contexts

Portugal

vitrina; mostra; exposição

Vitrina more common for display case; mostra for exhibition

showcase talent

showcase one's skills

put something on showcase

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