actual experiments

[/ˈæk.tʃu.əl ɪkˈsper.ə.mənts/]
noun phrasepl: N/A (plural form of the noun 'experiments')
experimentos reais
1. Scientific or practical tests conducted in reality, as opposed to theoretical, simulated, or hypothetical scenarios
The researchers moved from computer simulations to actual experiments in the laboratory.
Os pesquisadores passaram de simulações de computador para experimentos reais no laboratório.
2. Empirical tests involving real materials, conditions, and measurements rather than models or predictions
Actual experiments confirmed the theoretical predictions made by the scientists.
Experimentos reais confirmaram as previsões teóricas feitas pelos cientistas.
3. Practical demonstrations or trials conducted with genuine variables and observable results
Before launching the product, the company conducted actual experiments with real consumers.
Antes de lançar o produto, a empresa realizou experimentos reais com consumidores de verdade.
In Brazilian academic and scientific contexts, 'experimentos reais' is the standard term used to distinguish authentic laboratory work from theoretical models. In Portugal, the term 'experiências' is sometimes preferred. In both cultures, the emphasis on actual experiments reflects the importance placed on empirical evidence in the scientific method and engineering disciplines.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
practical experimentsempirical testsreal-world experimentshands-on experimentsconcrete experimentsfield experiments
Antonyms / Antônimos
theoretical experimentssimulated experimentshypothetical experimentsvirtual experimentscomputer simulations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
experimentos reais
Most common usage in scientific and academic contexts
Brazil
experimentos práticos
Used interchangeably when emphasizing hands-on, practical nature
Brazil
ensaios reais
Alternative term used in engineering and industrial contexts
Portugal
experiências reais
Portuguese preference for 'experiência' over 'experimento' in some contexts

Related Words

laboratoryscientific methodempirical evidenceexperimental designdata collectionhypothesisresultsmethodology

Related Idioms & Phrases

put to the test
trial and error
proof is in the pudding
walk the walk
practice what you preach
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