middle period

[/ˈmɪdəl ˈpɪriəd/]
nounpl: middle periods
período intermediário
1. A span of time that falls between an earlier and later period; the intermediate phase of something
The middle period of the Renaissance saw significant artistic development.
O período intermediário do Renascimento viu um desenvolvimento artístico significativo.
2. In historical contexts, a distinct era between ancient and modern times
The Middle Period of Egyptian history lasted several centuries.
O Período Intermediário da história egípcia durou vários séculos.
3. A phase in an artist's career between early and late work
Picasso's middle period showed a transition toward Cubism.
O período intermediário de Picasso mostrou uma transição para o Cubismo.
This term is primarily used in academic, historical, and artistic contexts in both English-speaking countries and Brazil/Portugal. It's particularly common in art history, historiography, and career analysis discussions. The concept is culture-neutral and used globally in scholarly discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
intermediate periodmiddle phasetransitional periodcentral period
Antonyms / Antônimos
early periodlate period

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
período intermediário
Most common usage in academic and formal contexts
General Brazilian
período médio
Alternative term, less frequent but understood
Portugal
período intermediário
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
período intermédio
Alternative spelling used in Portugal

Related Words

periodizationhistorical erachronologydevelopmental stage

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the middle period of one's career
the middle period development
spanning the middle period
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