sociological perspective
[/ˌsoʊsiəˈlɑdʒɪkəl pərˈspɛktɪv/]
nounpl: sociological perspectives
perspectiva sociológica
1. An approach to understanding human behavior and society that examines patterns, structures, institutions, and social interactions rather than focusing solely on individual motivations
From a sociological perspective, poverty is not just an individual failing but a structural issue rooted in economic systems.
De uma perspectiva sociológica, a pobreza não é apenas uma falha individual, mas uma questão estrutural enraizada nos sistemas econômicos.
2. A framework for analyzing society that considers how social forces, cultural norms, and institutional arrangements shape individual experiences and opportunities
The sociological perspective helps us understand why crime rates vary across different communities.
A perspectiva sociológica nos ajuda a entender por que as taxas de criminalidade variam entre diferentes comunidades.
3. A method of inquiry that applies the scientific method to social phenomena, examining relationships between variables and seeking to explain social patterns
Taking a sociological perspective on education reveals how inequality is reproduced through schooling systems.
Adotar uma perspectiva sociológica sobre educação revela como a desigualdade é reproduzida através de sistemas escolares.
This term is fundamental in academic discourse across both Brazil and the United States, particularly in sociology, education, and social sciences curricula. In Brazil, it's widely taught in universities and increasingly discussed in public discourse about social problems. In the USA, it's a cornerstone concept in introductory sociology courses and is used to critique individualistic explanations of social phenomena.
Related Idioms & Phrases
looking at something through a sociological lens
from a sociological standpoint
adopting a sociological perspective
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →