"Mostrarse" is a verb in Spanish.
/mosˈtɾaɾ.se/
"Mostrarse" generally means to present oneself or to reveal oneself. In legal terms, it can refer to demonstrating one’s presence in court or revealing evidence. The verb is reflexive, indicating that the subject is both the one showing and the one being shown.
The verb "mostrarse" is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, often in discussions related to personal attributes, behavior, or in legal frameworks when one must present evidence or oneself formally.
"She showed herself careful when making decisions."
"El acusado se mostró arrepentido durante el juicio."
"The defendant showed himself remorseful during the trial."
"Finalmente, él se mostró tal como es."
"Mostrarse" is featured in several idiomatic expressions, often emphasizing the significance of self-presentation or the revealing aspect of a person or a situation.
This expression indicates authenticity and honesty in personal presentation.
"Mostrarse a la altura de las circunstancias."
Used to describe someone rising to meet a challenge appropriately.
"Mostrarse en un mal día."
This can refer to someone being in a poor mood or underperforming.
"Mostrarse" como un pez en el agua.
"When the moment arrived, he showed himself just as he is, and everyone appreciated it."
"Siempre se muestra a la altura de las circunstancias en el trabajo."
"He always shows himself up to the circumstances at work."
"No supe que iba a estar tan estresada, me mostré en un mal día."
"I didn’t know I would be so stressed; I showed myself on a bad day."
"En la reunión se mostró como un pez en el agua, compartiendo sus ideas."
The verb "mostrarse" stems from the Latin word "monstrare," which means "to show" or "to demonstrate." The reflexive form indicates a focus on the subject's own action of revealing or presenting themselves.