correct location

[/kəˈrɛkt loʊˈkeɪʃən/]
noun phrasepl: correct locations
localização correta
1. the right or accurate place where something is situated or should be positioned
The GPS helped us find the correct location of the restaurant.
O GPS nos ajudou a encontrar a localização correta do restaurante.
2. the proper geographical or spatial position according to specified criteria
Make sure the furniture is in the correct location before the guests arrive.
Certifique-se de que o móvel está na localização correta antes da chegada dos convidados.
3. the accurate spot or site where an event occurred or something is meant to happen
The archaeologists identified the correct location of the ancient temple.
Os arqueólogos identificaram a localização correta do templo antigo.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'localização correta' is widely used in navigation, real estate, and technical contexts. The phrase reflects the importance of precision in a country with vast geographical diversity. In Portugal, the spelling 'correcta' maintains traditional European Portuguese conventions. The term has become increasingly important with the rise of GPS technology and location-based services in both Brazil and the USA.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
right placeproper locationaccurate positionexact spotright spot
Antonyms / Antônimos
wrong locationincorrect positionwrong placeimproper location

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
localização correta
most common and standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
localização certa
colloquial alternative using 'certa' instead of 'correta'
São Paulo
localização correta
formal business and technical contexts prefer 'correta'
Portugal
localização correcta
uses 'correcta' with double 'c' following European Portuguese spelling

Related Words

locationpositionplacesitecoordinateswhereabouts

Related Idioms & Phrases

spot on the money
hit the nail on the head
in the right place at the right time
estar no lugar certo
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