personal communication
[/ˈpɜːrsənəl kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: personal communications
comunicação pessoal
1. Direct exchange of information between individuals through conversation, phone calls, emails, messages, or face-to-face interaction
Personal communication with the author revealed insights not found in published works.
A comunicação pessoal com o autor revelou informações não encontradas em obras publicadas.
2. Private or confidential exchange of information between two or more people not intended for public disclosure
According to personal communication with Dr. Silva, the research is still ongoing.
Segundo comunicação pessoal com a Dra. Silva, a pesquisa ainda está em andamento.
3. In academic contexts, information obtained directly from an individual rather than from published sources
This finding comes from personal communication with a leading researcher in the field.
Este achado provém de comunicação pessoal com um pesquisador líder na área.
In both Brazilian and American academic contexts, 'personal communication' is commonly cited in citations and references to indicate information obtained through direct contact with researchers or experts rather than published sources. In Brazil, this is particularly valued in professional networks (networking) and business relationships, where personal relationships and direct communication are often prioritized over formal written channels.
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