geographical map

[/dʒiː.ə.ˈɡræf.ɪ.kəl mæp/]
nounpl: geographical maps
mapa geográfico
1. A visual representation of an area of land or sea, showing physical features, political boundaries, cities, roads, and other geographical information
The teacher used a geographical map to show the students where the Amazon rainforest is located.
A professora usou um mapa geográfico para mostrar aos alunos onde a floresta amazônica está localizada.
2. A cartographic document that displays terrain, topography, climate zones, or other specific geographical data of a region
The geographical map revealed the mountain ranges and river systems of the continent.
O mapa geográfico revelou as cadeias montanhosas e sistemas fluviais do continente.
Geographical maps are fundamental teaching tools in Brazilian schools, particularly in geography and history classes. They are also widely used in urban planning and environmental studies. In Portugal, geographical maps hold similar educational importance and are integral to understanding the country's regional diversity and European positioning.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
geographical chartterrain maptopographical mapregional map
Antonyms / Antônimos
political mapthematic map

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
mapa geográfico
Standard term used in education and cartography throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
mapa geográfico
Same as general Brazilian usage; no regional variation
São Paulo
mapa geográfico
Same as general Brazilian usage; commonly used in academic contexts
Portugal
mapa geográfico
Identical to Brazilian usage; universal term in Portuguese cartography

Related Words

atlascartographycartographergeographytopographycoordinateslatitudelongitude

Related Idioms & Phrases

to read a geographical map
to consult a geographical map
to mark something on a geographical map
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