Manifestarse (en. Manifest)

/manifiˈtar.se/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To make an opinion known through a protest or demonstration.
The citizens protested against the new law.
Los ciudadanos se manifestaron en contra de la nueva ley.
To express something in an evident or clear manner.
His emotions were manifested in his face.
Sus emociones se manifestaron en su rostro.
To appear or to make oneself present.
Tensions began to manifest in the meeting.
Las tensiones comenzaron a manifestarse en la reunión.

Etymology

From the Latin 'manifestare', which means to make evident.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to protest against something
To express public opposition to a situation, policy, or decision.
manifestarse en contra de algo
to protest in favor of something
To make a public display of support for a cause or idea.
manifestarse a favor de algo
to manifest publicly
To make a stance or opinion visible in an open space.
manifestarse públicamente

Related Words

manifestation
Meeting or event where a collective opinion is expressed.
manifestación
protest
Action of expressing disagreement toward something.
protesta
opinion
Judgment formed about something.
opinión

Slang Meanings

To make noise
People went out to make noise for their rights.
La gente salió a hacer bulla por sus derechos.
To shout
The crowd shouted as they protested.
La multitud chilló mientras se manifestaban.