cross-national study

[krɔːs ˈnæʃənəl ˈstʌdi]
nounpl: cross-national studies
estudo transnacional
1. A research investigation that compares data, behaviors, or phenomena across two or more different countries or nations to identify similarities, differences, or patterns
The cross-national study examined healthcare systems in five European countries.
O estudo transnacional examinou os sistemas de saúde em cinco países europeus.
2. Academic research methodology used in sociology, psychology, economics, and anthropology to understand cultural, social, or behavioral variations between nations
Their cross-national study revealed significant differences in workplace culture between Japan and the United States.
Seu estudo transnacional revelou diferenças significativas na cultura de trabalho entre Japão e Estados Unidos.
Cross-national studies are fundamental in academic research in both Brazil and the United States, particularly in social sciences and policy research. In Brazil, these studies often focus on Latin American comparisons or developing nation analyses. In the USA, they frequently compare American systems with European or Asian counterparts. The term reflects the globalized nature of contemporary research and the importance of understanding international variations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
comparative national studyinternational comparative studymultinational studyintercountry study
Antonyms / Antônimos
single-nation studydomestic studylocal study

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estudo transnacional
most common and academic usage
General Brazilian
estudo comparativo internacional
alternative, slightly more descriptive form
Portugal
estudo transnacional
same as Brazilian Portuguese; academic standard
General Brazilian
pesquisa multicultural
informal alternative when cultural aspects are emphasized

Related Words

comparative researchinternational researchcross-cultural studyquantitative analysisqualitative researchresearch methodology

Related Idioms & Phrases

cross borders in research
comparing apples to apples across nations
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