mathematical relation

[ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl rɪˈleɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: mathematical relations / relações matemáticas
relação matemática
1. A connection or association between two or more elements, sets, or quantities defined by specific mathematical rules or properties
The mathematical relation between distance and time helps us understand velocity.
A relação matemática entre distância e tempo nos ajuda a entender a velocidade.
2. A set of ordered pairs (x, y) where each input has a corresponding output, not necessarily a function
A mathematical relation can have one input mapped to multiple outputs.
Uma relação matemática pode ter uma entrada mapeada para múltiplas saídas.
3. In formal mathematics, a subset of the Cartesian product of sets that establishes logical connections
The mathematical relation in this equation shows equivalence between the two sides.
A relação matemática nesta equação mostra equivalência entre os dois lados.
In both Brazilian and American educational contexts, 'mathematical relation' is a formal academic term primarily used in mathematics courses, particularly in algebra and advanced mathematics. It is central to higher mathematics education and is used consistently across both cultures without significant variation, reflecting the universal nature of mathematical terminology.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
mathematical correspondencemappingfunctioncorrelationassociation
Antonyms / Antônimos
independencedisconnection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
relação matemática
Standard term used in educational and academic contexts throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
relação matemática
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese; no significant regional variation
São Paulo
relação matemática
Commonly used in university mathematics departments and technical contexts
Portugal
relação matemática
Identical usage; universally recognized in Portuguese mathematical terminology

Related Words

functiondomainrangeset theoryordered pairCartesian productequivalence relationmathematical operation

Related Idioms & Phrases

establish a mathematical relation
find the mathematical relation between x and y
prove a mathematical relation
the mathematical relation holds true
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