natural setting

[/ˈnætʃərəl ˈsɛtɪŋ/]
nounpl: natural settings
ambiente natural
1. A location or environment in nature that has not been significantly altered by human activity; an outdoor area in its natural state
The wedding ceremony took place in a natural setting surrounded by trees and wildflowers.
A cerimônia de casamento aconteceu em um ambiente natural cercado por árvores e flores silvestres.
2. The original or native environment where something exists or occurs naturally
Studying animals in their natural setting provides more accurate behavioral data than laboratory observation.
Estudar animais em seu ambiente natural fornece dados comportamentais mais precisos do que observação em laboratório.
3. An uncontaminated or undisturbed natural landscape or ecosystem
The national park preserves the natural setting for future generations.
O parque nacional preserva o ambiente natural para as gerações futuras.
The concept of 'natural setting' is highly valued in both American and Brazilian cultures, particularly in tourism, environmentalism, and outdoor recreation. In Brazil, there's growing emphasis on preserving natural settings in the Amazon and Atlantic Forest regions. In the USA, national parks and protected natural settings are major cultural attractions. The term reflects a cultural appreciation for pristine nature and escape from urban life.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
natural environmentwildernessoutdoor settingnatural habitatnaturewild landscape
Antonyms / Antônimos
artificial settingurban environmentindoor settingman-made environmentdeveloped area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ambiente natural
Most common and standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
cenário natural
Also used, particularly in tourism and photography contexts
São Paulo
espaço natural
Alternative term, especially in environmental discussions
Portugal
ambiente natural
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'meio natural' in more formal contexts

Related Words

landscapeecosystemhabitatwildernessoutdoornature reservepristineuntouched

Related Idioms & Phrases

back to nature
in the wild
out in the open
surrounded by nature
the great outdoors
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