strata

[/ˈstrɑːtə/ or /ˈstreɪtə/]
nounpl: strata (plural form) or stratums (alternative plural)
estratos
1. Plural of stratum; layers of rock, soil, or other material arranged in order of sequence
The geological survey revealed multiple strata of different mineral compositions.
O levantamento geológico revelou múltiplos estratos de composições minerais diferentes.
2. Levels or layers of a hierarchical social structure or organization
Different strata of society have varying access to education.
Diferentes estratos da sociedade têm acesso variado à educação.
3. Distinct layers or divisions in any organized system
The strata of management in large corporations can be quite complex.
Os estratos de gestão em grandes corporações podem ser bastante complexos.
The term 'strata' is commonly used in both academic and professional contexts in Brazil and the USA when discussing geological formations, social classes, or organizational hierarchies. In Brazilian sociology, discussing different strata of society is particularly important in contexts of social inequality and class analysis.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
layerslevelstiersdivisionscategoriessections
Antonyms / Antônimos
unityhomogeneityuniformity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
estratos
Standard term used in geological and sociological contexts
Rio de Janeiro
estratos
Common usage in academic and professional discourse
São Paulo
estratos
Widely used in business and social analysis
Portugal
estratos
Identical usage; standard European Portuguese term

Related Words

stratumstratificationstratifystratifiedgeologicalsedimentary

Related Idioms & Phrases

across all strata of society
stratification of labor
socioeconomic strata
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