surveys
[/ˈsɜːrveɪz/ (noun), /sərˈveɪz/ (verb)]
noun/verbpl: surveys (noun plural); N/A (verb)
pesquisas; levantamentos; sondagens (noun) / examinar; inspecionar; fazer uma pesquisa (verb)
1. (noun) A method of collecting information from a sample of people, typically by asking questions
The company conducted several surveys to understand customer satisfaction.
A empresa realizou várias pesquisas para entender a satisfação do cliente.
2. (noun) A comprehensive look at or examination of something
The architect completed a survey of the building before renovation.
O arquiteto completou um levantamento do edifício antes da renovação.
3. (noun) The process of measuring and mapping an area of land
Land surveys are essential for property boundaries.
Os levantamentos de terra são essenciais para os limites de propriedade.
4. (verb) To conduct a survey; to ask people questions for research
We will survey 500 households about their preferences.
Vamos pesquisar 500 domicílios sobre suas preferências.
5. (verb) To look over or examine something carefully
She surveys the landscape from the hilltop.
Ela examina a paisagem do topo da colina.
In Brazil, market research and opinion surveys (pesquisas de opinião/sondagens) are very common in media, politics, and business. The term 'levantamento' is widely used in construction and real estate contexts. In Portuguese, 'inquérito' (inquiry/survey) is more formal and commonly used in academic and institutional settings.
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