basic operation

[ˈbeɪsɪk ɑːpəˈreɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: basic operations / operações básicas
operação básica
1. A fundamental or elementary procedure or process, especially in mathematics, computing, or mechanical systems
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division are the four basic operations in arithmetic.
Adição, subtração, multiplicação e divisão são as quatro operações básicas da aritmética.
2. A simple, essential action or function required to operate a device or system
Learning basic operations on the new software took only a few hours.
Aprender as operações básicas do novo software levou apenas poucas horas.
3. In military or business context: fundamental tactical or strategic activities
The soldiers trained in basic operations before deployment.
Os soldados treinaram em operações básicas antes do desdobramento.
The term 'basic operations' is universally used in educational systems across Brazil, Portugal, and the United States. In Brazil, it is a standard part of elementary mathematics curriculum ('operações básicas da matemática'). The phrase emphasizes foundational knowledge and is frequently used to describe entry-level skills in both academic and professional training contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
elementary operationfundamental operationsimple operationarithmetic operation
Antonyms / Antônimos
advanced operationcomplex operationsophisticated operation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
operação básica
Standard usage in education and technical contexts
São Paulo
operação básica
Commonly used in technical and business environments
Rio de Janeiro
operação básica
Standard academic and professional usage
Portugal
operação básica
Same usage as Brazil; occasionally 'operação elementar' in academic contexts

Related Words

operationarithmeticcomputationprocedurealgorithmfunction

Related Idioms & Phrases

master the basics
back to basics
basic know-how
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