mostrar

Senses

1. 1.

   to show

   to display or present something for someone to see

2. 2.

   to demonstrate

   to prove or explain by example or evidence

3. 3.

   to appear

   to seem or give the impression of being (when used reflexively)

4. 4.

   to teach

   to instruct or point out how to do something

Examples

• "Ela me mostrou as fotos do viagem."

  She showed me the photos from the trip.

• "Você pode me mostrar como fazer isso?"

  Can you show me how to do this?

• "Os dados mostram que a economia cresceu."

  The data shows that the economy grew.

Usage

Common regular -ar verb. In formal writing, "demonstrar" is more technical; "mostrar" is neutral and everyday. Reflexive form "se mostrar" means "to appear/seem to be" (e.g., "Ele se mostrou confiante" = He appeared confident).