distinct utterance
[/dɪˈstɪŋkt ˈʌtərəns/]
nounpl: distinct utterances
enunciado distinto
1. A clear, separate, and clearly articulated spoken or written expression; a statement that is unmistakably different from others
Each distinct utterance in the speech was carefully pronounced and easy to understand.
Cada enunciado distinto no discurso foi cuidadosamente pronunciado e fácil de compreender.
2. In linguistics and communication, a discrete unit of speech or writing that stands alone with a recognizable boundary
The linguist analyzed every distinct utterance to identify patterns in the dialect.
O linguista analisou cada enunciado distinto para identificar padrões no dialeto.
3. A spoken or written expression that is noticeably different or separate from surrounding communications
The witness made several distinct utterances during the testimony.
A testemunha fez vários enunciados distintos durante o depoimento.
This term is primarily used in academic, linguistic, and formal communication contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian Portuguese educational settings, 'enunciado distinto' is commonly used in language studies and rhetoric courses. The concept emphasizes clarity of communication, which is valued in professional and educational environments across both cultures.
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