historically
[/hɪˈstɒrɪkli/ or /hɪˈstɔːrɪkli/]
adverb
historicamente
1. in a way that is concerned with or based on history; according to historical records or events
Historically, this region has been a center of trade.
Historicamente, esta região tem sido um centro de comércio.
2. from the perspective of what happened in the past; traditionally or conventionally
Historically, women were excluded from higher education.
Historicamente, as mulheres eram excluídas do ensino superior.
3. in terms of historical significance or accuracy
The film is not historically accurate.
O filme não é historicamente preciso.
The word 'historically' is commonly used in academic, journalistic, and formal discourse in both English-speaking countries and Brazil/Portugal. It serves as an important qualifier when discussing events, social changes, and cultural phenomena in their proper temporal context. In Brazilian Portuguese media and education, 'historicamente' is frequently used to introduce discussions of social issues like racial inequality and gender discrimination.
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