approximate locations

[/əˈprɑːksɪmət loʊˈkeɪʃənz/]
noun phrase
localizações aproximadas
1. places or positions that are not exact but close enough for practical purposes
The map shows the approximate locations of all gas stations in the city.
O mapa mostra as localizações aproximadas de todos os postos de gasolina da cidade.
2. estimated positions or areas that are roughly correct but may vary slightly
The search team established approximate locations where the hikers might be found.
A equipe de busca estabeleceu localizações aproximadas onde os caminhantes poderiam ser encontrados.
3. inexact geographical or spatial positions used when precision is unnecessary or unavailable
We marked the approximate locations of historical sites on the tourist guide.
Marcamos as localizações aproximadas de sítios históricos no guia turístico.
This phrase is commonly used in navigation, emergency services, tourism, and military contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it's frequently used in GPS applications and delivery services where exact addresses may not be available.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
estimated locationsrough locationsgeneral areasnearby positionsballpark locations
Antonyms / Antônimos
exact locationsprecise locationsspecific coordinatespinpoint locations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
localizações aproximadas
Standard translation used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
localizações aproximadas / pontos aproximados
May colloquially use 'pontos' (points) instead of 'localizações'
São Paulo
localizações aproximadas
Standard usage in business and technical contexts
Portugal
localizações aproximadas / zonas aproximadas
May use 'zonas' (zones/areas) as alternative

Related Words

coordinatesgeographical positionvicinityproximityGPS locationaddress

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the ballpark
in the vicinity of
somewhere in the neighborhood of
roughly speaking
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