geographical position
[/dʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl pəˈzɪʃən/]
nounpl: geographical positions
posição geográfica
1. The exact location of a place or object on Earth, determined by coordinates such as latitude and longitude
The geographical position of Brazil makes it vulnerable to tropical storms.
A posição geográfica do Brasil o torna vulnerável a tempestades tropicais.
2. The strategic or physical location of a territory in relation to other regions, countries, or continents
Singapore's geographical position has made it a major global trading hub.
A posição geográfica de Singapura a tornou um grande centro comercial global.
3. The spatial arrangement or placement of something within a specific area or map
The geographical position of the city near the coast influenced its economic development.
A posição geográfica da cidade perto da costa influenciou seu desenvolvimento econômico.
In Brazil, understanding geographical position is culturally significant due to the country's vast territory and regional diversity. The term is frequently used in educational contexts, urban planning, and discussions about regional inequalities. In Portuguese-speaking countries, 'posição geográfica' is a standard academic and professional term used in geography, geopolitics, and international relations discourse.
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