marked sections

[/mɑːrkt ˈsɛkʃənz/]
nounpl: marked sections
seções marcadas
1. Portions of text, document, or material that have been deliberately indicated or highlighted for distinction, emphasis, or organizational purposes
The marked sections of the contract indicate where signatures are required.
As seções marcadas do contrato indicam onde as assinaturas são necessárias.
2. Areas or regions that have been delineated with visible signs, boundaries, or indicators
The parking lot has marked sections for handicapped vehicles.
O estacionamento possui seções marcadas para veículos de deficientes.
3. Designated portions of an exam or test that have been identified or flagged
Students must focus on the marked sections for the upcoming quiz.
Os alunos devem se concentrar nas seções marcadas para o próximo teste.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'marked sections' is widely used in administrative, legal, and educational settings. In Brazil, this term is particularly prevalent in bureaucratic documents and standardized testing. The concept reflects the importance of clear organization and visual hierarchy in written communication across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
highlighted sectionsdesignated areasdemarcated portionsidentified sectionslabeled areas
Antonyms / Antônimos
unmarked sectionsundesignated areasundefined portions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
seções marcadas
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
trechos demarcados
Alternative commonly used in business and legal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
áreas destacadas
Common variant emphasizing visual distinction
Portugal
secções marcadas
European Portuguese spelling variant with 'ç'

Related Words

sectionmarkinghighlightdemarcationboundarydesignation

Related Idioms & Phrases

mark off sections
section off an area
clearly marked divisions
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