bibliography

[/ˌbɪbliˈɒɡrəfi/]
nounfemininepl: bibliographies
bibliografia
1. A list of books, articles, and other sources used or consulted in the preparation of a written work
The research paper included a comprehensive bibliography of over fifty sources.
O trabalho de pesquisa incluía uma bibliografia abrangente de mais de cinquenta fontes.
2. A descriptive list of books or publications by a particular author or on a particular subject
The library compiled a bibliography of works by Brazilian authors.
A biblioteca compilou uma bibliografia de obras de autores brasileiros.
3. The study of books, including their history, description, and classification
She specialized in bibliography and rare book preservation.
Ela se especializava em bibliografia e preservação de livros raros.
Bibliography is a fundamental component of academic work in both Brazilian and American educational systems. In Brazil, students are taught to include bibliographies in formal essays and dissertations, often following specific formatting standards. In the USA, the term is widely used, though different citation styles (MLA, APA, Chicago) may use alternative terms like 'Works Cited' or 'References.' Academic integrity and proper citation are emphasized in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reference listworks citedcitationssources

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bibliografia
Standard term used in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
bibliografia
Commonly used in universities and research institutions
Portugal
bibliografia
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese, standard academic terminology
United States
bibliography
Standard in academic writing; sometimes replaced by 'Works Cited' in MLA style or 'References' in APA style

Related Words

bibliographicbibliographercitationreferencesource materialfootnote

Related Idioms & Phrases

annotated bibliography
selective bibliography
exhaustive bibliography
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