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How to Say "demonstration" in Spanish

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demostración

nounB1general
Use 'demostración' when showing that something is true, or when demonstrating how a product works, or for a public protest.

Examples

Su victoria fue una demostración de que el equipo había mejorado mucho.

Their victory was a demonstration that the team had improved a lot.

demostración

nounB1general
Use 'demostración' to describe a public protest or march.

Examples

Hubo una gran demostración en la capital contra la nueva ley.

There was a large demonstration in the capital against the new law.

demostración

nounA2general
Use 'demostración' when asking for or giving a demonstration of how to use a product.

Examples

¿Podría hacerme una demostración de cómo usar esta máquina?

Could you give me a demonstration of how to use this machine?

protesta

proh-TESS-tah/proˈtesta/

nounB1general
Use 'protesta' specifically for a public gathering or action expressing objection to something.
A group of diverse, stylized people walking together in a line, holding up blank, colorful signs, illustrating a public demonstration or protest.

Examples

La protesta de los estudiantes llenó las calles.

The students' protest filled the streets.

Presentamos una protesta escrita al gerente por el mal servicio.

We filed a written complaint with the manager about the poor service.

Hubo una pequeña protesta frente al ayuntamiento.

There was a small demonstration in front of the city hall.

Gender Reminder

Even though it ends in '-a,' remember that the word 'protesta' is always feminine, so you use 'la' (la protesta) or 'una' (una protesta).

marcha

MAR-chah/ˈmartʃa/

nounB2general
Use 'marcha' for a public gathering, often implying a planned procession or walk.
An illustration of a determined group of diverse people marching forward together in a unified line, symbolizing a protest.

Examples

Miles de personas asistieron a la marcha por el clima.

Thousands of people attended the climate protest.

La policía desvió el tráfico debido a la marcha de estudiantes.

The police diverted traffic due to the student demonstration.

presentación

nounA1general
Use 'presentación' when showing or explaining something, especially in a formal or academic setting like a class or business meeting.

Examples

Tengo que preparar una presentación para la clase de historia mañana.

I have to prepare a presentation for history class tomorrow.

Protest vs. Product Demo

Learners often confuse 'demostración' with 'protesta' or 'marcha' when talking about public gatherings. Remember that while 'demostración' can mean protest, 'protesta' and 'marcha' are more specific terms for these actions.

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