geographical variation
[/dʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl ˌvɛərɪˈeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: geographical variations / variações geográficas
variação geográfica
1. Differences in characteristics, traits, or features of organisms, languages, cultures, or phenomena across different geographical regions or locations
The geographical variation in bird species across the Amazon rainforest is remarkable.
A variação geográfica nas espécies de pássaros através da floresta amazônica é notável.
2. In linguistics, differences in language use, dialect, accent, or vocabulary patterns among speakers from different regions
Geographical variation in Portuguese is evident when comparing Brazilian and European dialects.
A variação geográfica no português é evidente ao comparar dialetos brasileiros e europeus.
3. In biology and genetics, the occurrence of different alleles, phenotypes, or genetic traits distributed across distinct geographical areas
Climate influences geographical variation in plant adaptation strategies.
O clima influencia a variação geográfica nas estratégias de adaptação das plantas.
This term is primarily used in academic, scientific, and educational contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese. It is particularly important in discussions of biodiversity, linguistics, and cultural studies. In Brazil, the term is frequently used when discussing the rich linguistic and biological diversity across different regions of the country, from the Amazon to the South.
Related Idioms & Phrases
geographical variation in dialect
across geographical variation
accounting for geographical variation
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