exhibición
/ek-see-bee-SYOHN/
exhibition
An art exhibition showcasing a painting in a gallery.
exhibición(noun)
exhibition
?an art or museum show
,display
?a public demonstration
show
?sports or athletic performance
📝 In Action
La exhibición de arte comienza a las ocho.
A1The art exhibition starts at eight.
Hubo una exhibición de patinaje sobre hielo el sábado.
A2There was an ice skating display on Saturday.
Su exhibición de talento nos dejó a todos sorprendidos.
B1His display of talent left us all surprised.
💡 Grammar Points
Feminine Noun Ending
Words that end in '-ción' are almost always feminine. This means you should use 'la' or 'una' before them.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Exhibición vs. Exposición
Mistake: "Using only 'exhibición' for art galleries."
Correction: While 'exhibición' is correct, Spanish speakers often prefer 'exposición' for art museums and 'exhibición' for sports or live demos.
⭐ Usage Tips
The '-tion' Connection
Most English words ending in '-tion' (like 'exhibition') translate directly to Spanish by changing the ending to '-ción'. They are almost always feminine!
The production and presentation of formal documents.
exhibición(noun)
production
?presenting documents in court
presentation
?formally showing a permit or ID
📝 In Action
El abogado solicitó la exhibición de los documentos originales.
C1The lawyer requested the production of the original documents.
💡 Grammar Points
Formal Context
In legal Spanish, this word refers to the specific act of bringing a document forward to be seen by an authority.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: exhibición
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the most natural way to say 'The art exhibition'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'exhibición' to mean 'show-off'?
Not exactly. While 'exhibición' is the act of showing, a person who shows off is called an 'exhibicionista'.
Is it different from 'show' in Spanish?
Yes. 'Show' (often used in Spanish as a borrowed word) usually implies entertainment like a concert or TV program, while 'exhibición' implies a display of skill or objects.