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.
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