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study

[/ˈstʌdi/]
noun/verbpl: studies
estudo
1. noun: the act of learning or examining something carefully
I spent the whole evening in study.
Passei toda a noite em estudo.
2. noun: a room used for reading, writing, or academic work
He works in his study.
Ele trabalha no seu escritório/gabinete.
3. noun: a detailed investigation or examination of a subject
The study shows that exercise improves health.
O estudo mostra que o exercício melhora a saúde.
4. verb: to examine or learn about something by reading, observation, or research
She studies medicine at university.
Ela estuda medicina na universidade.
5. verb: to look at something carefully or intently
He studied her face carefully.
Ele estudou seu rosto cuidadosamente.
Synonyms
examineresearchinvestigatelearnreview
Antonyms
ignoreneglectoverlook

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estudo
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
estudo
Standard usage; escritório for the room meaning
Rio de Janeiro
estudo
Standard usage; gabinete also common for the room
Portugal
estudo
Standard term; gabinete or escritório for the room

Related Idioms & Phrases

brown study (a state of deep thought or absent-mindedness)
study hall (a period of time designated for studying)
case study (an in-depth analysis of a particular case)
study group (a group of students who meet to study together)
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