ilustrativo in 30 Sekunden
- Illustrative: serving as an example or explanation.
- Used for examples, visuals, or anything clarifying a point.
- Ensure gender and number agreement with the noun.
- Distinguish from 'ilustre' (illustrious).
- Core Meaning
- The Portuguese adjective "ilustrativo" means "illustrative" in English. It describes something that serves as an example, a demonstration, or a way to make something clearer or easier to understand. It's often used when presenting information, explanations, or concepts.
- When to Use It
- You would use "ilustrativo" when referring to:
- Examples: A specific case that shows how a general rule or principle works.
- Demonstrations: A visual or practical representation that clarifies a process or idea.
- Explanations: Supporting material that helps to illuminate a topic.
- Visual Aids: Charts, diagrams, or pictures used to make information more accessible.
- Case Studies: Real-world scenarios presented to illustrate a point or theory.
Este gráfico é bastante ilustrativo para entender a tendência do mercado.
O professor usou um estudo de caso ilustrativo para explicar o conceito.
A apresentação incluiu fotos ilustrativas dos diferentes tipos de ecossistemas.
- Grammatical Note
- "Ilustrativo" is an adjective, so it must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. The feminine singular form is "ilustrativa", the masculine plural is "ilustrativos", and the feminine plural is "ilustrativas". For example, "uma explicação ilustrativa" (an illustrative explanation) and "exemplos ilustrativos" (illustrative examples).
- Contextual Nuances
- In academic or technical writing, "ilustrativo" is frequently used to introduce examples that support a hypothesis or demonstrate a methodology. In everyday conversation, it might be used more casually to describe something that effectively makes a point. For example, someone might say "Essa história é ilustrativa do que aconteceu" (That story is illustrative of what happened), meaning the story effectively shows or explains the situation.
- Introducing Examples
- "Ilustrativo" is often used to introduce an example that serves to clarify or demonstrate a concept. It highlights that the following information is not just an arbitrary mention, but a specific instance chosen for its explanatory power.
Para entender melhor, vamos analisar um caso ilustrativo de sucesso.
Translation: To understand better, let's analyze an illustrative case of success.
O artigo contém várias anedotas ilustrativas sobre a vida na cidade.
Translation: The article contains several illustrative anecdotes about city life.
- Describing Explanatory Material
- It can be used to describe anything that helps explain or make something clearer, such as diagrams, charts, or even a particular event.
O manual possui um diagrama ilustrativo que facilita a montagem.
Translation: The manual has an illustrative diagram that facilitates assembly.
A demonstração prática serviu como um exemplo ilustrativo da nova técnica.
Translation: The practical demonstration served as an illustrative example of the new technique.
- In Academic and Technical Contexts
- This adjective is very common in research papers, textbooks, and technical documents to refer to data, examples, or explanations that are meant to clarify the main text.
A pesquisa incluiu dados ilustrativos sobre o comportamento do consumidor.
Translation: The research included illustrative data on consumer behavior.
O relatório apresenta cenários ilustrativos para prever o impacto futuro.
Translation: The report presents illustrative scenarios to predict future impact.
- General Conversation
- Even in informal settings, "ilustrativo" is used to convey that something effectively demonstrates a point.
A história que ele contou foi muito ilustrativa da sua personalidade.
Translation: The story he told was very illustrative of his personality.
Essa situação é um exemplo ilustrativo de como as coisas podem mudar rapidamente.
Translation: This situation is an illustrative example of how things can change quickly.
- Academic Lectures and Seminars
- Professors and researchers frequently use "ilustrativo" to introduce examples, case studies, or visual aids that help students or colleagues understand complex theories or data. You might hear phrases like "Um exemplo ilustrativo seria..." (An illustrative example would be...) or "Este gráfico é ilustrativo de..." (This graph is illustrative of...). This is common across many fields, from economics and sociology to sciences and humanities.
Na aula de história, o professor apresentou um documento ilustrativo do período.
- Textbooks and Educational Materials
- When reading textbooks, manuals, or any educational content in Portuguese, you'll often encounter "ilustrativo" or its variations. This is because authors use it to signal that a particular image, chart, or example is there specifically to help the reader grasp a concept. For example, a biology textbook might describe a diagram of a cell as "ilustrativo" of its structure.
O livro de ciências tem fotos ilustrativas da fauna local.
- Business Presentations and Reports
- In a professional setting, when presenting findings or proposals, speakers might refer to charts, graphs, or specific examples as "ilustrativo" to emphasize their clarity and relevance in supporting their arguments. A marketing manager might say, "These sales figures are illustrative of the product's growing popularity." This helps the audience understand the significance of the presented data.
A apresentação de resultados incluiu um gráfico ilustrativo do crescimento.
- News Articles and Documentaries
- Journalists and documentary filmmakers might use "ilustrativo" to describe a particular scene, interview, or piece of footage that effectively captures or explains a broader issue or event. For instance, a news report on social inequality might include a segment described as "ilustrativo" of the daily struggles faced by certain communities.
O documentário mostrou cenas ilustrativas da vida no campo.
- Legal and Technical Explanations
- In legal documents or technical manuals, clarity is paramount. "Ilustrativo" is used to describe examples or diagrams that clarify specific clauses, procedures, or technical specifications, ensuring that the intended meaning is understood without ambiguity.
O contrato incluía um anexo ilustrativo dos termos de pagamento.
- Incorrect Gender/Number Agreement
- The most common mistake for learners is not agreeing "ilustrativo" with the noun it modifies. Remember that Portuguese adjectives must match the gender and number of the noun. For example, if you are talking about "uma explicação" (a feminine singular noun), you must use "ilustrativa". If you're talking about "exemplos" (masculine plural noun), you must use "ilustrativos".
Mistake: A explicação é ilustrativo.
Correct: A explicação é ilustrativa.
Mistake: Exemplos ilustrativo.
Correct: Exemplos ilustrativos.
- Confusing with "Ilustre"
- Learners might confuse "ilustrativo" with "ilustre". While related in origin (both come from "illustrate"), they have different meanings. "Ilustre" means "illustrious," "famous," or "distinguished." It describes a person or thing of high repute, not something that serves as an example.
Mistake: Ele é um artista ilustre e suas obras são ilustrativo.
Correct: Ele é um artista ilustre e suas obras são ilustrativas.
- Overuse or Misapplication
- Sometimes, learners might try to use "ilustrativo" for anything that is visually appealing or interesting, even if it doesn't specifically serve to explain or exemplify something. The word implies a function of clarification or demonstration. If something is just pretty or entertaining without serving an explanatory purpose, "ilustrativo" might not be the best fit.
Less precise: A pintura é muito ilustrativa.
More precise if it explains something: A pintura é ilustrativa do período histórico.
If it's just beautiful: A pintura é muito bonita / interessante.
- Using it for Abstract Concepts Without Concrete Examples
- "Ilustrativo" is best used when referring to something concrete (an example, a diagram, a story, a case) that illustrates an abstract idea or principle. Using it to describe something that is itself abstract and doesn't serve as a clear example of something else can be confusing.
Mistake: O conceito de amor é ilustrativo.
Correct: A história que contamos é ilustrativa do conceito de amor.
- Exemplificativo (Exemplificative)
- Similarities: Both "ilustrativo" and "exemplificativo" mean something that serves as an example or helps to explain. They are very close in meaning and often interchangeable.
- Nuance:
- "Exemplificativo" might lean slightly more towards providing a specific, concrete example, while "ilustrativo" can also encompass broader visual or explanatory aids. However, in many contexts, the distinction is minimal.
Example: Este caso é exemplificativo do problema.
Example: O mapa é ilustrativo da geografia da região.
- Esclarecedor (Clarifying)
- Similarities: "Esclarecedor" means something that makes things clear or explains them. It shares the purpose of making information more understandable.
- Nuance:
- "Esclarecedor" is broader. Anything that brings clarity can be "esclarecedor," whether it's an example, a definition, or a simple explanation. "Ilustrativo" often implies the use of examples, visuals, or demonstrations to achieve that clarity.
Example: A explicação do professor foi muito esclarecedora.
Example: O vídeo é ilustrativo e também esclarecedor sobre o processo.
- Demonstrativo (Demonstrative)
- Similarities: "Demonstrativo" can mean something that demonstrates or shows how something works. This overlaps with the explanatory aspect of "ilustrativo".
- Nuance:
- "Demonstrativo" often implies a more direct showing or proving. It can also refer to a type of proof or a financial statement. "Ilustrativo" is more about providing an example for understanding, rather than a formal demonstration.
Example: O técnico fez uma apresentação demonstrativa do produto.
Example: O estudo de caso é ilustrativo da aplicação da teoria.
- Figurativo (Figurative)
- Differences: "Figurativo" means figurative, symbolic, or metaphorical, as opposed to literal. It's used to describe language or expression that uses figures of speech.
- Distinction:
- While an illustration might sometimes use figurative language, "figurativo" itself does not imply serving as an example or explanation in the same way "ilustrativo" does. It's about symbolic representation, not direct exemplification.
Example: A metáfora usada é figurativa.
Example: A imagem é ilustrativa do conceito, não figurativa.
How Formal Is It?
Wusstest du?
The root 'lux' (light) is shared with many English words like 'lucid', 'lucent', and 'luminary', all related to light or clarity. So, 'ilustrativo' is fundamentally about bringing light to understanding.
Aussprachehilfe
- Incorrect vowel sounds, especially in the unstressed syllables.
- Misplacing the stress, e.g., stressing the first or last syllable.
- Pronouncing the 't' as 'ch' in some regions, though this is less common for this word.
Schwierigkeitsgrad
Recognizable root from English 'illustrative'. CEFR A2 level, meaning it's introduced early and is fairly straightforward once the core meaning is understood. Agreement rules are the main challenge.
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Wichtige Grammatik
Adjective Agreement in Gender and Number
O livro é ilustrativo. (masculine singular) / A ideia é ilustrativa. (feminine singular) / Os exemplos são ilustrativos. (masculine plural) / As fotos são ilustrativas. (feminine plural)
Placement of Adjectives
Adjectives like 'ilustrativo' often follow the noun they modify: 'um exemplo ilustrativo', 'uma explicação ilustrativa'.
Use of 'Ser' with Adjectives
'Ilustrativo' describes a characteristic or quality, so it's typically used with the verb 'ser': 'O gráfico é ilustrativo'.
Prepositions Following Adjectives
Often followed by 'de' when specifying what is being illustrated: 'ilustrativo de sua personalidade', 'ilustrativo do conceito'.
Distinction between 'Ilustrativo' and 'Ilustre'
'Ilustrativo' means serving as an example; 'Ilustre' means famous or distinguished. 'Um artista ilustre' (an illustrious artist) vs. 'um exemplo ilustrativo' (an illustrative example).
Beispiele nach Niveau
Este é um exemplo ilustrativo.
This is an illustrative example.
Adjective agrees with masculine singular noun 'exemplo'.
A foto é ilustrativa.
The photo is illustrative.
Adjective agrees with feminine singular noun 'foto'.
Os desenhos são ilustrativos.
The drawings are illustrative.
Adjective agrees with masculine plural noun 'desenhos'.
As ideias são ilustrativas.
The ideas are illustrative.
Adjective agrees with feminine plural noun 'ideias'.
O mapa é ilustrativo.
The map is illustrative.
Adjective agrees with masculine singular noun 'mapa'.
Essa história é ilustrativa.
This story is illustrative.
Adjective agrees with feminine singular noun 'história'.
O gráfico é ilustrativo.
The graph is illustrative.
Adjective agrees with masculine singular noun 'gráfico'.
As figuras são ilustrativas.
The figures are illustrative.
Adjective agrees with feminine plural noun 'figuras'.
O professor deu um exemplo ilustrativo para explicar a regra.
The teacher gave an illustrative example to explain the rule.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'exemplo' (masculine singular).
A apresentação tinha slides ilustrativos sobre o projeto.
The presentation had illustrative slides about the project.
'Ilustrativos' agrees with 'slides' (masculine plural).
As fotografias são ilustrativas da beleza natural da região.
The photographs are illustrative of the region's natural beauty.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'fotografias' (feminine plural).
Este manual é bastante ilustrativo sobre como usar o aparelho.
This manual is quite illustrative about how to use the device.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'manual' (masculine singular).
A demonstração foi ilustrativa e fácil de entender.
The demonstration was illustrative and easy to understand.
'Ilustrativa' agrees with 'demonstração' (feminine singular).
Ele usou uma analogia ilustrativa para simplificar a ideia.
He used an illustrative analogy to simplify the idea.
'Ilustrativa' agrees with 'analogia' (feminine singular).
Os gráficos apresentados são ilustrativos do crescimento econômico.
The presented graphs are illustrative of economic growth.
'Ilustrativos' agrees with 'gráficos' (masculine plural).
A história da arte contém muitas obras ilustrativas.
Art history contains many illustrative works.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'obras' (feminine plural).
O estudo de caso serviu como um modelo ilustrativo para futuras pesquisas.
The case study served as an illustrative model for future research.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'modelo' (masculine singular).
A palestra incluiu anotações ilustrativas que ajudaram na compreensão.
The lecture included illustrative notes that aided comprehension.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'anotações' (feminine plural).
O documentário apresentou cenas ilustrativas da vida cotidiana na época.
The documentary presented illustrative scenes of daily life at the time.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'cenas' (feminine plural).
A explicação teórica foi complementada por um exemplo prático e ilustrativo.
The theoretical explanation was complemented by a practical and illustrative example.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'exemplo' (masculine singular).
As ilustrações do livro são extremamente ilustrativas do período histórico.
The book's illustrations are extremely illustrative of the historical period.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'ilustrações' (feminine plural).
Ele fez uma comparação ilustrativa para demonstrar a diferença entre os dois conceitos.
He made an illustrative comparison to demonstrate the difference between the two concepts.
'Ilustrativa' agrees with 'comparação' (feminine singular).
Os dados coletados fornecem um panorama ilustrativo da situação atual.
The collected data provide an illustrative overview of the current situation.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'panorama' (masculine singular).
A performance artística foi interpretada como um comentário ilustrativo sobre a sociedade.
The artistic performance was interpreted as an illustrative commentary on society.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'comentário' (masculine singular).
A análise estatística incluiu um gráfico demonstrativo e ilustrativo das tendências.
The statistical analysis included a demonstrative and illustrative graph of the trends.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'gráfico' (masculine singular).
O autor utiliza metáforas ilustrativas para tornar a argumentação mais acessível ao leitor.
The author uses illustrative metaphors to make the argumentation more accessible to the reader.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'metáforas' (feminine plural).
O relatório final apresentou recomendações ilustrativas baseadas nos resultados da pesquisa.
The final report presented illustrative recommendations based on the research findings.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'recomendações' (feminine plural).
A exposição de arte moderna continha peças altamente ilustrativas de movimentos artísticos específicos.
The modern art exhibition contained highly illustrative pieces of specific artistic movements.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'peças' (feminine plural).
O manual técnico oferece descrições ilustrativas dos componentes para facilitar a manutenção.
The technical manual offers illustrative descriptions of the components to facilitate maintenance.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'descrições' (feminine plural).
A palestra sobre filosofia utilizou exemplos ilustrativos da vida cotidiana para explicar conceitos abstratos.
The philosophy lecture used illustrative examples from daily life to explain abstract concepts.
'Ilustrativos' agrees with 'exemplos' (masculine plural).
Os documentos históricos servem como fontes ilustrativas para entender a evolução social.
The historical documents serve as illustrative sources for understanding social evolution.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'fontes' (feminine plural).
A sequência de eventos apresentada foi particularmente ilustrativa da complexidade da situação.
The sequence of events presented was particularly illustrative of the complexity of the situation.
'Ilustrativa' agrees with 'sequência' (feminine singular).
O ensaio acadêmico empregou uma série de estudos de caso ilustrativos para corroborar sua tese.
The academic essay employed a series of illustrative case studies to corroborate its thesis.
'Ilustrativos' agrees with 'estudos de caso' (masculine plural).
A obra literária é rica em descrições ilustrativas que evocam vividamente o ambiente da época.
The literary work is rich in illustrative descriptions that vividly evoke the atmosphere of the era.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'descrições' (feminine plural).
O painel de especialistas apresentou um panorama ilustrativo das implicações éticas da nova tecnologia.
The panel of experts presented an illustrative overview of the ethical implications of the new technology.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'panorama' (masculine singular).
A análise comparativa ofereceu uma perspectiva ilustrativa das diferenças culturais entre as duas nações.
The comparative analysis offered an illustrative perspective on the cultural differences between the two nations.
'Ilustrativa' agrees with 'perspectiva' (feminine singular).
O filme utiliza sequências cinematográficas altamente ilustrativas para transmitir a psicologia dos personagens.
The film uses highly illustrative cinematic sequences to convey the characters' psychology.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'sequências' (feminine plural).
As projeções financeiras incluíram cenários ilustrativos para avaliar a volatilidade do mercado.
The financial projections included illustrative scenarios to assess market volatility.
'Ilustrativos' agrees with 'cenários' (masculine plural).
O debate foi enriquecido por depoimentos ilustrativos de pessoas que vivenciaram o evento.
The debate was enriched by illustrative testimonies from people who experienced the event.
'Ilustrativos' agrees with 'depoimentos' (masculine plural).
A evolução da linguagem ao longo dos séculos é um fenômeno ilustrativo da adaptabilidade humana.
The evolution of language over the centuries is an illustrative phenomenon of human adaptability.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'fenômeno' (masculine singular).
A pesquisa etnográfica buscou capturar narrativas ilustrativas que desvelassem as complexidades da vida comunitária.
The ethnographic research sought to capture illustrative narratives that would unveil the complexities of community life.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'narrativas' (feminine plural).
O tratado internacional continha cláusulas ilustrativas destinadas a prevenir futuras controvérsias diplomáticas.
The international treaty contained illustrative clauses intended to prevent future diplomatic controversies.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'cláusulas' (feminine plural).
A obra de arte abstrata, embora não representacional, possuía uma qualidade intrinsecamente ilustrativa de estados emocionais.
The abstract work of art, although non-representational, possessed an intrinsically illustrative quality of emotional states.
'Ilustrativa' agrees with 'qualidade' (feminine singular).
O discurso político frequentemente recorre a anedotas ilustrativas para humanizar questões complexas e conectar-se com o eleitorado.
Political discourse often resorts to illustrative anecdotes to humanize complex issues and connect with the electorate.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'anedotas' (feminine plural).
A análise semiótica revelou padrões ilustrativos na construção de significados dentro daquela cultura.
The semiotic analysis revealed illustrative patterns in the construction of meanings within that culture.
'Ilustrativos' agrees with 'padrões' (masculine plural).
O debate sobre a justiça social foi pontuado por exemplos ilustrativos que pintaram um quadro vívido das disparidades existentes.
The debate on social justice was punctuated by illustrative examples that painted a vivid picture of existing disparities.
'Ilustrativos' agrees with 'exemplos' (masculine plural).
A obra filosófica apresentava argumentos progressivos, cada um servindo como um degrau ilustrativo para a conclusão final.
The philosophical work presented progressive arguments, each serving as an illustrative step towards the final conclusion.
'Ilustrativo' agrees with 'degrau' (masculine singular).
O estudo longitudinal forneceu observações ilustrativas sobre o desenvolvimento cognitivo humano ao longo da vida.
The longitudinal study provided illustrative observations on human cognitive development throughout life.
'Ilustrativas' agrees with 'observações' (feminine plural).
Häufige Kollokationen
Häufige Phrasen
— An example that serves to clarify or demonstrate a point.
Para entender melhor, vamos ver um exemplo ilustrativo.
— Quite illustrative; very good at providing an example or explanation.
O gráfico é bastante ilustrativo do progresso.
— Highly illustrative; extremely effective in providing an example or explanation.
As fotografias são altamente ilustrativas da vida na selva.
— Are illustrative of; serve as examples or explanations for.
Estes resultados são ilustrativos de uma tendência maior.
— To serve as illustrative; to function as an example or explanation.
O documentário serve como ilustrativo da situação social.
— In an illustrative manner; by means of examples or demonstrations.
Apresentamos os dados de forma ilustrativa.
— As an illustrative case; used as a specific example.
Ele apresentou o evento como um caso ilustrativo de falha de comunicação.
— Has an illustrative character; is characterized by providing examples or explanations.
Esta imagem tem um caráter ilustrativo para o conceito.
— Illustrative use; the application of something for the purpose of providing an example or explanation.
O uso ilustrativo de tais termos é comum em textos acadêmicos.
— Illustrative value; the degree to which something effectively serves as an example or explanation.
Este estudo de caso tem um grande valor ilustrativo.
Wird oft verwechselt mit
'Ilustre' means famous or distinguished, while 'ilustrativo' means serving as an example or explanation. You wouldn't call a famous person 'ilustrativo' unless their life story was being used as an example.
'Iluminado' means enlightened or lit up. While related etymologically to 'light', it doesn't carry the same meaning of providing examples or explanations.
'Figurativo' means figurative or symbolic, often used for language or art that isn't literal. 'Ilustrativo' is about clarity through examples, not symbolic representation.
Leicht verwechselbar
Both words derive from the same Latin root related to 'light' and 'making clear'.
'Ilustre' (illustrious) describes a person or thing that is famous, distinguished, or highly respected. It focuses on renown. 'Ilustrativo' (illustrative) describes something that serves as an example or explanation to make something else clearer. It focuses on explanatory function.
O palestrante era um cientista ilustre, e sua apresentação continha um exemplo ilustrativo para explicar a teoria.
Both words relate to making something understandable.
'Esclarecedor' (clarifying) is a broader term that applies to anything that makes something clear, such as a definition, a statement, or an explanation. 'Ilustrativo' specifically refers to something that clarifies by providing an example, a demonstration, or a visual aid.
A explicação do professor foi esclarecedora, e o diagrama foi ilustrativo do processo.
Very similar meaning, both relate to providing examples.
'Exemplificativo' leans more heavily on the act of giving a specific, concrete example. 'Ilustrativo' can encompass broader forms of illustration, including visual aids and demonstrations, not just textual examples. However, they are often interchangeable.
Este caso é exemplificativo do problema, e a foto é ilustrativa da situação.
Both relate to representation.
'Figurativo' refers to symbolic or metaphorical representation, as opposed to literal. It's about using figures of speech or imagery. 'Ilustrativo' is about providing clarity through direct examples or visuals that represent a concept or situation concretely.
A metáfora usada era figurativa, mas a imagem era ilustrativa do conceito.
Both imply showing something.
'Demonstrativo' means something that demonstrates or shows how something works, or a type of proof. It's about showing functionality or evidence. 'Ilustrativo' is about showing something to make it easier to understand or visualize, often through examples.
A demonstração foi demonstrativa do funcionamento, e o gráfico foi ilustrativo dos resultados.
Satzmuster
Noun + é/são + ilustrativo(a/os/as).
O mapa é ilustrativo.
Um(a) + Noun + ilustrativo(a/os/as) + para + Verb/Noun.
Um exemplo ilustrativo para entender.
O(A) + Noun + é/foi + bastante/altamente + ilustrativo(a/os/as) + de/sobre + Noun/Phrase.
O gráfico foi bastante ilustrativo do crescimento.
Noun + incluía/apresentava + Noun(s) + ilustrativo(a/os/as).
A apresentação incluía slides ilustrativos.
O uso + ilustrativo + de + Noun.
O uso ilustrativo de tais exemplos.
Servir como + um(a) + Noun + ilustrativo(a/os/as).
O caso serviu como um exemplo ilustrativo.
A análise + ilustrativa + de + Noun.
A análise ilustrativa das tendências de mercado.
Possuir + um(a) + Noun + com + caráter + ilustrativo.
O poema possui um caráter ilustrativo da condição humana.
Wortfamilie
Substantive
Verben
Adjektive
Verwandt
So verwendest du es
Moderately common, especially in educational, academic, and professional contexts.
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Forgetting adjective agreement
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O gráfico é ilustrativo. (masculine singular)
The adjective 'ilustrativo' must agree in gender and number with the noun 'gráfico'. If the noun were 'a foto' (feminine singular), it would be 'ilustrativa'. If it were 'os exemplos' (masculine plural), it would be 'ilustrativos'.
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Confusing with 'ilustre'
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Ele é um cientista ilustre e usa exemplos ilustrativos.
'Ilustre' means famous or distinguished. 'Ilustrativo' means serving as an example or explanation. A famous scientist can give illustrative examples.
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Using it for anything that is just pretty or interesting
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A pintura é muito bonita.
While a painting can be illustrative if it explains something, if it's just aesthetically pleasing, 'bonita' (beautiful) or 'interessante' (interesting) is more appropriate than 'ilustrativa'.
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Applying it directly to abstract concepts
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O conceito é abstrato, mas este exemplo é ilustrativo.
You don't call an abstract concept 'ilustrativo'. Instead, you use an illustrative example *of* the concept to make it understandable.
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Using the wrong preposition
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O caso é ilustrativo da situação.
'Ilustrativo' is often followed by the preposition 'de' to indicate what it is illustrating or explaining.
Tipps
Mastering Agreement
Remember that 'ilustrativo' is an adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes. Pay close attention to whether the noun is masculine or feminine, singular or plural. This is crucial for correct usage in Portuguese.
Connect to 'Illustration'
Link 'ilustrativo' to the English word 'illustrative' and the concept of 'illustration' or 'to illustrate'. Think of it as providing a picture or example to make something clear, like an illustration in a book.
Purpose of Clarity
Use 'ilustrativo' when you want to highlight that something serves specifically to clarify, exemplify, or demonstrate a point, making it easier to understand. It's about making the abstract concrete or the complex simple.
Academic and Professional Use
You'll frequently encounter 'ilustrativo' in academic papers, textbooks, presentations, and technical documents. Recognizing this context will help you understand its meaning and apply it appropriately in similar situations.
Distinguish from 'Ilustre'
Be careful not to confuse 'ilustrativo' (illustrative, explanatory) with 'ilustre' (illustrious, famous). While they share a root, their meanings are distinct. An example is illustrative; a person can be illustrious.
Exploring Similar Terms
Understand related words like 'exemplificativo' (exemplificative) and 'esclarecedor' (clarifying). While similar, 'ilustrativo' often implies a visual or concrete example, whereas 'esclarecedor' is broader. 'Exemplificativo' is very close and often interchangeable.
Visual Association
Create a mental image: an artist drawing a clear diagram that perfectly explains a difficult concept. That diagram is 'ilustrativo' because it brings 'light' (from Latin 'lux') to the understanding.
Active Application
Try to use 'ilustrativo' in your own sentences. Explain a concept using an 'exemplo ilustrativo' or describe a helpful diagram as 'ilustrativo'. The more you use it, the more natural it will become.
Focus on Stress
Pay attention to the stress on the third syllable: il-us-TRA-ti-vo. Practicing the pronunciation will help you recognize the word when you hear it and use it correctly when speaking.
Function Over Form
Remember that the core function of 'ilustrativo' is to *clarify* or *demonstrate*. Whether it's a picture, a story, or a case, its value lies in how well it serves this explanatory purpose.
Einprägen
Eselsbrücke
Imagine an artist drawing a picture (illustration) to make a difficult concept clear. The picture is 'ilustrativo' because it sheds light ('luz') on the idea.
Visuelle Assoziation
Picture a book with a very clear, helpful diagram on one page that explains the text on the facing page. The diagram is 'ilustrativo'.
Word Web
Herausforderung
Try to explain a simple concept to someone using only one concrete example. Describe your example as 'ilustrativo' of the concept.
Wortherkunft
The word "ilustrativo" comes from the Latin word "illustrātīvus," which itself derives from "illustrāre," meaning 'to illuminate,' 'to make clear,' or 'to adorn.' This Latin verb is formed from "in-" (on, upon) and "lūstrāre" (to light up, to make bright), which is related to "lūx" (light).
Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: Originally related to shedding light on something, making it clear, or decorating it.
Indo-European > Italic > Latin > Romance > PortugueseKultureller Kontext
The term 'ilustrativo' is neutral and generally does not carry any sensitive connotations. Its primary function is informational and pedagogical.
In English, 'illustrative' carries a very similar meaning and usage, often found in contexts like 'an illustrative example,' 'illustrative purposes,' or 'illustrative material.' The core concept of serving to exemplify or explain is consistent.
Im Alltag üben
Kontexte aus dem Alltag
Education and Academia
- exemplo ilustrativo
- material ilustrativo
- estudo ilustrativo
- apresentação ilustrativa
Business and Reports
- gráfico ilustrativo
- relatório ilustrativo
- dados ilustrativos
- caso ilustrativo
Media and Publishing
- imagem ilustrativa
- descrição ilustrativa
- artigo ilustrativo
Technical Manuals and Instructions
- diagrama ilustrativo
- manual ilustrativo
- instrução ilustrativa
Everyday Conversation
- história ilustrativa
- situação ilustrativa
- analogia ilustrativa
Gesprächseinstiege
"Can you think of an illustrative example from your own experience?"
"What kind of illustrative material helps you learn best?"
"Do you remember a time when a picture or diagram was very illustrative?"
"How can we make this explanation more illustrative?"
"Is there a story that is particularly illustrative of this situation?"
Tagebuch-Impulse
Describe a situation where an example was particularly illustrative for you. What made it so effective?
Think about a complex topic you've learned. What kind of illustrative material (pictures, diagrams, stories) would have helped you understand it better?
Write a short paragraph explaining a simple concept using an illustrative analogy. How does your analogy help clarify the concept?
Reflect on a time you used an example to explain something to someone else. How illustrative was your example?
Imagine you are creating a guide for learning Portuguese. What kind of illustrative elements would you include to make it effective?
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 Fragen'Ilustrativo' means serving as an example or explanation, helping to make something clearer. For instance, 'um exemplo ilustrativo' is an example that clarifies a point. 'Ilustre', on the other hand, means famous, distinguished, or renowned. For example, 'um artista ilustre' is a famous artist. They come from the same root but have different meanings related to clarity versus fame.
This depends on the gender and number of the noun the adjective is modifying. If the noun is masculine singular (e.g., 'exemplo'), use 'ilustrativo'. If it's feminine singular (e.g., 'explicação'), use 'ilustrativa'. If it's masculine plural (e.g., 'exemplos'), use 'ilustrativos'. If it's feminine plural (e.g., 'ideias'), use 'ilustrativas'. Always check the noun!
Yes, but indirectly. 'Ilustrativo' itself describes something concrete (like an example, a story, or a diagram) that helps to explain an abstract concept. You wouldn't call the abstract concept 'ilustrativo', but you would say that an example *of* it is illustrative. For example, 'A história é ilustrativa do conceito de coragem' (The story is illustrative of the concept of courage).
There can be overlap. 'Representativo' means something that stands for or symbolizes a larger group or concept. If that representation effectively clarifies or explains the larger concept, it can be considered illustrative. For example, a typical case study might be both 'representativo' of a common problem and 'ilustrativo' of how to solve it.
Think of the English word 'illustrative' and connect it to the idea of 'illustration' (like in a book) or 'illustrate' (to make clear with examples or pictures). The Latin root 'lustrare' means 'to light up', so 'ilustrativo' is something that sheds light on a topic.
In formal writing, 'ilustrativo' is used to introduce examples, case studies, data visualizations, or explanations that are intended to support an argument, clarify a process, or demonstrate a principle. Phrases like 'um exemplo ilustrativo', 'dados ilustrativos', or 'uma análise ilustrativa' are common.
Yes, if the language itself serves as an example or explanation. For instance, 'A frase usada foi ilustrativa da intenção do autor' (The sentence used was illustrative of the author's intention). However, if the language is symbolic or metaphorical, 'figurativo' might be more appropriate.
It's moderately common. While native speakers might use simpler words like 'exemplo' or 'demonstração' more frequently, 'ilustrativo' is used when someone wants to emphasize that an example or story is particularly effective at making a point clear. You might hear phrases like 'Essa história é bem ilustrativa'.
There isn't a single perfect antonym, but words like 'abstrato' (abstract), 'confuso' (confusing), 'vago' (vague), or 'impreciso' (imprecise) describe things that lack the clarity or concrete representation that 'ilustrativo' provides.
Not necessarily. While visual aids like diagrams or pictures are often described as 'ilustrativos', a story, an anecdote, or a specific case can also be 'ilustrativo' if it serves to explain or demonstrate a point effectively. The key is its function of clarification through example.
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Summary
"Ilustrativo" is an adjective meaning "illustrative," used to describe something that serves as a clear example, demonstration, or explanation to enhance understanding. Remember to match its gender and number with the noun it modifies (ilustrativo, ilustrativa, ilustrativos, ilustrativas).
- Illustrative: serving as an example or explanation.
- Used for examples, visuals, or anything clarifying a point.
- Ensure gender and number agreement with the noun.
- Distinguish from 'ilustre' (illustrious).
Mastering Agreement
Remember that 'ilustrativo' is an adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes. Pay close attention to whether the noun is masculine or feminine, singular or plural. This is crucial for correct usage in Portuguese.
Connect to 'Illustration'
Link 'ilustrativo' to the English word 'illustrative' and the concept of 'illustration' or 'to illustrate'. Think of it as providing a picture or example to make something clear, like an illustration in a book.
Purpose of Clarity
Use 'ilustrativo' when you want to highlight that something serves specifically to clarify, exemplify, or demonstrate a point, making it easier to understand. It's about making the abstract concrete or the complex simple.
Academic and Professional Use
You'll frequently encounter 'ilustrativo' in academic papers, textbooks, presentations, and technical documents. Recognizing this context will help you understand its meaning and apply it appropriately in similar situations.
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