conceptions
[/kənˈsɛpʃənz/]
nounpl: N/A (already plural)
concepções
1. Ideas, thoughts, or mental images formed in the mind
The artist's conceptions of beauty are quite different from traditional views.
As concepções de beleza do artista são bastante diferentes das visões tradicionais.
2. Instances of becoming pregnant or the process of conceiving a child
The study examined factors affecting conceptions in women over 35.
O estudo examinou fatores que afetam as concepções em mulheres acima de 35 anos.
3. Fundamental principles or general notions about something
Different cultures have different conceptions of time and family.
Diferentes culturas têm concepções diferentes sobre tempo e família.
4. The creation or origination of something new
The conceptions of new technologies require extensive research and development.
As concepções de novas tecnologias requerem pesquisa e desenvolvimento extensivos.
In Brazil, 'concepções' is used frequently in academic, philosophical, and medical discussions. The word carries formal weight and is preferred in written Portuguese over casual speech. In the medical context, discussions about conception and fertility are increasingly common in Brazilian healthcare and media, reflecting changing attitudes toward reproductive health and family planning discussions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
have different conceptions of something - ter diferentes ideias/visões sobre algo
misconceptions - ideias erradas/falsas concepções
from conception to completion - do início ao fim/desde a concepção até a conclusão
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