upon display

[əˈpɑn dɪˈspleɪ]
prepositional phrase / adverbial phrase
em exibição / em exposição / em mostra
1. when something is shown or exhibited publicly
The rare paintings are upon display at the museum this month.
As pinturas raras estão em exibição no museu este mês.
2. in a state of being visible or presented to view
The trophy was placed upon display in the glass case.
O troféu foi colocado em exposição na vitrine.
3. ready to be seen by the public; showcased
New merchandise is now upon display at the store.
A nova mercadoria está agora em mostra na loja.
This phrase is used formally in both English-speaking countries and Brazilian Portuguese to describe museum exhibits, retail merchandise, and public presentations. In Brazil, 'em exposição' is the most formal term used in museum and gallery contexts, while 'em mostra' suggests a temporary or special exhibition. The phrase is less common in casual speech and more prevalent in written communication, advertisements, and official descriptions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
on displayin displayon exhibitionon exhibitshowcased
Antonyms / Antônimos
hiddenconcealedstored awayout of sight

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
em exibição / em exposição
Most common usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
em mostra / em exibição
Common in cultural and museum contexts
São Paulo
em exposição / em vitrine
Frequently used in commercial and retail contexts
Portugal
em exposição / em mostra
Similar usage to Brazil, formal and cultural contexts

Related Words

exhibitionshowcasedisplay caseexposeexhibitvisibility

Related Idioms & Phrases

on full display
put something on display
make a display of something
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