situational example

[ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃənəl ɪɡˈzæmpəl]
noun phrasepl: situational examples
exemplo situacional
1. A specific instance or illustration that demonstrates how something applies in a particular context or circumstance
The teacher provided a situational example to show how to use the past tense correctly in conversation.
A professora forneceu um exemplo situacional para mostrar como usar o tempo passado corretamente na conversa.
2. A practical case study or real-world scenario used to clarify abstract concepts
During the training, they discussed a situational example of how to handle difficult customer complaints.
Durante o treinamento, discutiram um exemplo situacional de como lidar com reclamações difíceis de clientes.
3. An illustrative scenario that reflects realistic conditions or social contexts
For the role-play exercise, students studied a situational example involving workplace communication.
Para o exercício de dramatização, os alunos estudaram um exemplo situacional envolvendo comunicação no local de trabalho.
Situational examples are highly valued in both Brazilian and American educational contexts, particularly in language learning, professional training, and business scenarios. In Brazil, the use of 'exemplos situacionais' is common in classroom instruction and corporate training programs. The concept emphasizes practical, context-based learning over pure theory, reflecting modern pedagogical approaches in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
case studycontextual examplepractical illustrationreal-world scenarioconcrete instance
Antonyms / Antônimos
abstract concepttheoretical examplehypothetical notion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exemplo situacional
Standard usage in educational and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
exemplo situacional / exemplo da situação
Both forms used interchangeably in casual speech
São Paulo
exemplo situacional
Preferred in business and academic settings
Portugal
exemplo situacional / exemplo contextualizado
European Portuguese often uses 'contextualizado' as alternative

Related Words

contextscenarioillustrationanecdotecase analysis

Related Idioms & Phrases

to illustrate by example
in this situation
a case in point
to put it in context
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