uneven segment
[/ʌnˈiːvən ˈsɛɡmənt/]
nounpl: uneven segments
segmento irregular / segmento desigual
1. A part or section of something that has unequal or disproportionate divisions, lacking uniformity in size, length, or quality
The road was divided into uneven segments, making travel difficult.
A estrada foi dividida em segmentos irregulares, dificultando a viagem.
2. In mathematics and geometry, a portion of a line, curve, or shape with non-uniform measurements
The circle was cut into uneven segments for the distribution study.
O círculo foi cortado em segmentos desiguais para o estudo de distribuição.
3. In market or demographic analysis, a group or category with varying characteristics or sizes
The market research identified uneven segments in consumer behavior across regions.
A pesquisa de mercado identificou segmentos irregulares no comportamento do consumidor entre regiões.
This term is primarily used in technical, academic, and business contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is common in mathematics, engineering, market research, and data analysis. Brazilian Portuguese tends to favor 'segmento irregular' in mathematical contexts and 'segmento desigual' in business and social analysis contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
divide into uneven segments
break down into irregular portions
create disparate divisions
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