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concrete process

[/ˈkɒŋkriːt ˈprəʊses/]
nounpl: concrete processes
processo concreto
1. A specific, tangible, or actual process that can be directly observed, measured, or experienced, as opposed to an abstract or theoretical one
The concrete process of manufacturing involves multiple steps that can be physically observed.
O processo concreto de fabricação envolve múltiplas etapas que podem ser fisicamente observadas.
2. In psychology and education, a learning method based on direct sensory experience and manipulation of real objects rather than abstract concepts
Young children learn better through concrete processes like touching, building, and experimenting.
Crianças pequenas aprendem melhor através de processos concretos como tocar, construir e experimentar.
3. In Piaget's developmental theory, the cognitive stage where children understand the world through physical interaction
In the concrete process stage, children can solve problems using logical thinking about real objects.
No estágio do processo concreto, as crianças podem resolver problemas usando pensamento lógico sobre objetos reais.
Synonyms
concrete operationpractical processtangible procedurehands-on method
Antonyms
abstract processtheoretical processhypothetical procedure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
processo concreto
Standard usage in educational and technical contexts
São Paulo
processo concreto
Commonly used in business and manufacturing sectors
Portugal
processo concreto
Used in educational psychology and industrial contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

learning by doing
hands-on experience
real-world application
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