Pronunciation: [ˈɛkspə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
The word "EXPOS" is spelled with the letters E, X, P, O, and S. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is spelled /ɛkspoʊz/. The first letter "E" is pronounced as the short "e" sound, while the letter "X" is pronounced as "eks". The letter "P" is pronounced as "pee", followed by the letter "O" pronounced as "oh". Lastly, the letter "S" is pronounced as "ess". "EXPOS" is often used as an abbreviation for the word "expositions".
EXPOS, short for exposition, has multiple definitions depending on the context in which it is used. Here are the two most common definitions:
1. In the context of events and exhibitions:
An exposition, often referred to as an expo, is a large-scale public exhibition or fair in which businesses, organizations, industries, or countries showcase and demonstrate their products, services, innovations, or cultural aspects. It serves as a platform for companies and individuals to promote their ideas, products, or services to a diverse audience. Expos can be industry-specific, such as trade expos, where companies exhibit products relevant to a particular sector or field, or they can be general and cover a wide range of topics, such as world expos. These events often attract a significant number of attendees, including professionals, enthusiasts, consumers, and the general public.
2. In the context of journalism and investigations:
An expos is an investigative report or article that reveals hidden or undisclosed information, typically about scandals, corruption, misconduct, or unethical practices. It involves in-depth research, interviews, and evidence-gathering to bring to light a particular issue that was previously unknown or concealed. An expos aims to inform the public, raise awareness, and expose wrongdoing in order to hold individuals, organizations, or institutions accountable for their actions. It often involves investigative journalism techniques and may involve the risk of legal, personal, or professional repercussions for those involved in the expos's creation.
