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Is the word manifestante the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The spelling, meaning, and grammatical function of "manifestante" are identical in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The difference is purely phonetic. In Brazilian Portuguese, the pronunciation is generally more "syllable-timed," with more open vowels and a more distinct nasalization of the "an" syllable. In Continental Portuguese, the pronunciation is more "stress-timed," meaning unstressed vowels undergo significant reduction; the final "e" is often very short or nearly silent, and the rhythm of the word is more compressed.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples:

  1. Os manifestantes protestaram contra o aumento da passagem. (The protesters protested against the fare increase.)
  2. A polícia usou gás lacrimogêneo para dispersar os manifestantes. (The police used tear gas to disperse the protesters.)
  3. Os manifestantes bloquearam a entrada da fábrica. (The protesters blocked the factory entrance.)
  4. É possível ver milhares de manifestantes na avenida. (It is possible to see thousands of protesters on the avenue.)
  5. Os manifestantes pediam o fim da greve. (The protesters were demanding the end of the strike.)

Continental Portuguese Examples:

  1. Os manifestantes concentraram-se na praça principal. (The protesters gathered in the main square.)
  2. A polícia interveio para separar os manifestantes. (The police intervened to separate the protesters.)
  3. Vários manifestantes foram detidos durante a ação. (Several protesters were detained during the action.)
  4. Os manifestantes carregavam bandeiras e cartazes. (The protesters were carrying flags and signs.)
  5. A manifestação atraiu muitos manifestantes de todo o país. (The demonstration attracted many protesters from all over the country.)