Manifestations (en. Demonstrations)

/manifɛstasjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Collective events where people express their opinions.
Climate manifestations attract many participants.
Les manifestations pour le climat attirent de nombreux participants.
Visible or perceptible signs of a phenomenon.
The manifestations of the disease are often very varied.
Les manifestations de la maladie sont souvent très variées.
Demonstrations of feelings or ideologies.
The manifestations of joy were evident during the celebration.
Les manifestations de joie étaient évidentes lors de la célébration.

Etymology

From the Latin 'manifestatio', which means 'to make manifest'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

political manifestations
Gatherings to express political opinions.
manifestations politiques
artistic manifestations
Events that display works of art.
manifestations artistiques
cultural manifestations
Events that showcase the culture of a group.
manifestations culturelles

Related Words

manifest
To express or display something.
manifester
manifestation
The act of manifesting, often in a collective context.
manifestation
claim
A formal request expressed during a demonstration.
réclamation

Slang Meanings

Protests
We’re going to the protests this weekend.
On va aux manifs ce week-end.
Gatherings
The gatherings start at 2 PM.
Les rassemblements commencent à 14h.
Demos
The demos for civil rights are very popular.
Les démos pour les droits civiques sont très populaires.