systematic division

[sɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk dɪˈvɪʒ.ən]
nounpl: systematic divisions
divisão sistemática
1. The organized and methodical separation of something into distinct parts or categories according to a predetermined plan or logical structure
The systematic division of labor in the factory increased productivity.
A divisão sistemática do trabalho na fábrica aumentou a produtividade.
2. In biology and taxonomy, the hierarchical classification of organisms into different groups based on shared characteristics
Linnaeus developed a systematic division of all living organisms.
Lineu desenvolveu uma divisão sistemática de todos os organismos vivos.
3. A deliberate and structured partitioning of a whole into organized subsections or departments
The government implemented a systematic division of administrative regions.
O governo implementou uma divisão sistemática de regiões administrativas.
This term is widely used in Brazilian and Portuguese academic, scientific, and business environments. In North America, it is particularly prevalent in educational settings, organizational management, and scientific research. The concept reflects the influence of Enlightenment-era systematic thinking on modern academic and administrative practices in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
methodical divisionorganized partitionstructured segmentationclassificationcategorizationtaxonomic division
Antonyms / Antônimos
random divisionhaphazard separationunsystematic partitiondisorganized splitting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
divisão sistemática
Most common usage in academic and scientific contexts
São Paulo
divisão sistemática / divisão metódica
Both terms used interchangeably in business and administrative contexts
Portugal
divisão sistemática / divisão metodológica
Formal and academic preference for 'divisão sistemática'
General American English
systematic division / systematic breakdown
Used extensively in academic, scientific, and organizational contexts

Related Words

taxonomyclassification systemcategorizationsegmentationstratificationcompartmentalizationpartition

Related Idioms & Phrases

divide and conquer
break down into parts
methodical approach
step-by-step process
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