Manifestation (en. Demonstration)

/ma.ni.fes.ta.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
An organized gathering to express an opinion or request.
The climate demonstration attracted thousands of participants.
La manifestation pour le climat a attiré des milliers de participants.
A visible or tangible sign of something.
The demonstration of her artistic talent is evident in her works.
La manifestation de son talent artistique est évidente dans ses œuvres.
An event or a demo of products or services.
The trade show will take place at the exhibition center.
La manifestation commerciale aura lieu au parc des expositions.

Etymology

From Latin 'manifestatio', derived from 'manifestare' which means 'to make evident'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

peaceful demonstration
A non-violent gathering to express demands.
manifestation pacifique
social demonstration
An event aimed at expressing societal concerns.
manifestation sociale
to call for a demonstration
To invite people to join a gathering.
appeler à une manifestation
organization of a demonstration
The process of planning a public event.
organisation de manifestation
participation in a demonstration
Active engagement in a gathering.
participation à une manifestation

Related Words

manifest
Document expressing principles or objectives.
manifeste
to manifest
To express or show something.
manifester
demonstration
Act of showing or proving something.
démonstration
claim
Formal request to obtain a right or satisfaction.
réclamation
protest
Act of expressing opposition to something.
protestation

Slang Meanings

Demo
We'll meet at the demo at 2 PM.
On se retrouve à la manif à 14 heures.
to demonstrate
They went to demonstrate against the reform.
Ils sont partis manifester contre la réforme.