mostra

This is the 395th most frequent Portuguese word.


mostra

"Mostra" in Portuguese means "exhibition" or "display."


In this context, 'mostra' is conjugated in the third person singular, present tense of the verb 'mostrar', meaning 'to show' or 'to demonstrate'.

Ela mostra seu talento em cada apresentação.

She shows her talent in every performance.


Here, 'mostra' is used as a noun meaning 'exhibit' or 'display', referring to an event or presentation.

A mostra de arte contemporânea será inaugurada amanhã.

The contemporary art exhibit will open tomorrow.


In this usage, 'mostra-se' is a reflexive verb phrase meaning 'it proves to be' or 'it appears to be', indicating a demonstration or establishment of a necessity.

Mostra-se necessário analisar a situação com cuidado.

It proves to be necessary to analyze the situation carefully.