monograph

[/ˈmɒnəɡrɑːf/]
nounfemininepl: monographs
monografia
1. A detailed written study or essay on a single specialized subject or aspect of a subject
The professor published a monograph on Renaissance art history.
O professor publicou uma monografia sobre história da arte renascentista.
2. A scholarly treatise that thoroughly examines one particular topic
Her monograph on climate change became an important reference in the field.
Sua monografia sobre mudanças climáticas tornou-se uma referência importante na área.
3. A bound written composition that is typically longer than an article but shorter than a book
The dissertation was later revised and published as a monograph.
A dissertação foi posteriormente revisada e publicada como uma monografia.
In both Brazilian and American academic contexts, monographs are highly valued scholarly publications. In Brazil, a 'monografia' is often required as a final project in undergraduate and graduate programs. In the USA, monographs are particularly important in humanities and social sciences, often serving as markers of scholarly expertise and academic advancement.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
treatisethesisdissertationstudyessay
Antonyms / Antônimos
anthologycompilationcollection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
monografia
Standard term used in academic and publishing contexts
São Paulo
monografia
Commonly used in universities and research institutions
Rio de Janeiro
monografia
Standard academic usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
monografia
Same term used; equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

monographicmonographicallyacademic paperscholarly workresearch publication

Related Idioms & Phrases

publish a monograph on
write a monograph about
comprehensive monograph
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →