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exposición

eks-po-si-SYOHN/ekspoˈsiθjon/

exhibition, show

Also: expo
NounfA2
A person standing in a brightly lit room, observing a colorful abstract painting displayed prominently on a white gallery wall.

📝 In Action

La nueva exposición de arte moderno es espectacular.

A2

The new modern art exhibition is spectacular.

¿A qué hora abre la exposición de dinosaurios?

A1

What time does the dinosaur show open?

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • montar una exposición – to set up an exhibition
  • visitar la exposición – to visit the exhibition

presentation, talk

Also: lecture
NounfB1
A simplified character standing at a wooden podium on a stage, speaking confidently to a group of simplified seated figures representing an audience.

📝 In Action

Mi exposición sobre el cambio climático dura 15 minutos.

B1

My presentation about climate change lasts 15 minutes.

Ella preparó una excelente exposición para la clase de historia.

B1

She prepared an excellent talk for the history class.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • ponencia (paper/presentation (formal))
  • disertación (discourse)

Common Collocations

  • hacer una exposición – to give a presentation
  • la exposición oral – the oral presentation

exposure

Also: vulnerability
NounfB2formal
A simplified figure standing outdoors, squinting under the bright, intense rays of a large yellow sun, symbolizing harsh environmental subjection.

📝 In Action

La exposición prolongada al sol es peligrosa.

B2

Prolonged exposure to the sun is dangerous.

Tomaron medidas para reducir la exposición del personal a químicos tóxicos.

C1

They took measures to reduce the staff's exposure to toxic chemicals.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • protección (protection)

Common Collocations

  • exposición al riesgo – risk exposure
  • exposición a la luz – exposure to light (photography)

explanation, statement

Also: account
NounfC1formal
Two simplified characters standing together. One character is pointing clearly and decisively at a simple, geometric shape, while the other character listens intently.

📝 In Action

La exposición de motivos del nuevo proyecto de ley fue muy clara.

C1

The statement of reasons for the new bill was very clear.

El informe incluye una exposición detallada de los resultados.

C1

The report includes a detailed explanation of the results.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • relato (account/narrative)
  • argumentación (argumentation)

Common Collocations

  • exposición de motivos – statement of reasons (legal/formal)

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "exposición" in Spanish:

expo→vulnerability→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: exposición

Question 1 of 2

Which English translation is correct for the following sentence: 'El doctor advirtió sobre la exposición a la radiación.'

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📚 Etymology▼

Comes from the Latin word *expositiōnem*, which means 'a setting forth' or 'a showing'. It is built from the prefix *ex-* (out of) and the verb *ponere* (to place or put).

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: expositionPortuguese: exposição

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'exposición' always feminine?

Yes, 'exposición' is always a feminine noun. You must use 'la' or 'una' before it.

How is 'exposición' different from 'presentación'?

They are often interchangeable when referring to a talk given to an audience. However, 'exposición' is also the word you must use for an art show or museum display, while 'presentación' is not.