naturally occurring

[ˈnætʃərəli əˈkɜːrɪŋ]
adjective
que ocorre naturalmente
1. existing or produced by nature without human intervention or creation
Diamonds are naturally occurring gemstones found deep within the Earth.
Os diamantes são gemas que ocorrem naturalmente encontradas profundamente na Terra.
2. present in nature in its original form, not synthetic or artificial
This supplement contains only naturally occurring ingredients from plants.
Este suplemento contém apenas ingredientes que ocorrem naturalmente de plantas.
3. inherent or spontaneous rather than forced or artificial
Her talent for music seemed naturally occurring rather than learned.
Seu talento para a música parecia que ocorria naturalmente em vez de ser aprendido.
This term is widely used in scientific, environmental, and commercial contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. In Brazil, there is growing consumer interest in 'produtos naturais' (natural products) and 'ingredientes que ocorrem naturalmente,' reflecting global trends toward organic and eco-friendly products. The phrase is particularly important in discussions about sustainability and environmental preservation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
naturalorganicinnateindigenouswildunforcedspontaneous
Antonyms / Antônimos
artificialsyntheticman-mademanufacturedforcedcontrived

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
que ocorre naturalmente / natural
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
natural / orgânico
often used in commercial and scientific contexts
Rio de Janeiro
que surge naturalmente
slightly more colloquial phrasing
Portugal
que ocorre naturalmente / que surge naturalmente
both forms acceptable; Portuguese often uses 'surge naturalmente'

Related Words

natureorganicnatural selectionbiodegradableindigenous

Related Idioms & Phrases

naturally occurring element
naturally occurring substances
naturally occurring phenomenon
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