articulated question

[/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪtɪd ˈkwɛstʃən/]
nounpl: articulated questions
pergunta articulada
1. A question that is clearly and coherently expressed, with distinct parts logically connected
The professor posed an articulated question that required students to synthesize multiple concepts.
O professor fez uma pergunta articulada que exigia que os alunos sintetizassem vários conceitos.
2. A well-structured inquiry that is easy to understand due to clear enunciation and logical organization
Through an articulated question, the journalist was able to elicit a detailed response from the politician.
Através de uma pergunta articulada, o jornalista conseguiu obter uma resposta detalhada do político.
3. A question posed with precision where the subject matter and intent are distinctly expressed
An articulated question helps ensure that all participants understand exactly what is being asked.
Uma pergunta articulada ajuda a garantir que todos os participantes entendam exatamente o que está sendo perguntado.
In Brazilian educational and professional contexts, 'pergunta articulada' is valued as a sign of intellectual clarity and respect for the listener's comprehension. In the USA, well-articulated questions are particularly prized in academic settings, journalism, and legal proceedings as markers of critical thinking and professionalism.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
well-formed questionclear questionstructured questioncoherent questionwell-articulated inquiry
Antonyms / Antônimos
vague questionunclear questioninarticulate questionambiguous questionpoorly formed question

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
pergunta articulada
Standard term used in educational and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
pergunta bem colocada
Alternative colloquial expression emphasizing clear presentation
São Paulo
pergunta estruturada
Preferred in business and formal settings, emphasizing logical structure
Portugal
pergunta bem articulada
European Portuguese usage, often found in academic discourse

Related Words

articulateinquiryinterrogationclarificationformulation

Related Idioms & Phrases

ask a loaded question
get straight to the point
ask the right question
pose a question
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