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- Means 'in detail' or 'thoroughly'.
- Used for comprehensive explanations or actions.
- Emphasizes completeness and precision.
- Common in formal and academic settings.
- Meaning
- The Portuguese adverb 'detalhadamente' translates to 'in detail' or 'thoroughly' in English. It is used to describe an action or a description that is done with a lot of specifics, covering all aspects, and leaving no room for ambiguity. It signifies a high level of thoroughness and precision.
- Usage
- This adverb is commonly used when someone is explaining something, describing an event, analyzing information, or providing instructions. It emphasizes that the information or action is comprehensive and leaves no important aspect unaddressed. You might hear it in academic settings, during formal presentations, in legal contexts, or when someone wants to ensure that a listener or reader understands every single aspect of a topic. It's a way to convey that nothing has been overlooked.
O professor explicou a matéria detalhadamente para que todos os alunos compreendessem.
- When to use
- Use 'detalhadamente' when the level of explanation or action needs to be exhaustive. For example, if you are describing a complex process, a historical event, or a scientific theory, you would want to do so 'detalhadamente' to ensure clarity and accuracy. It's also used when someone is being asked to provide a comprehensive account of something, like in a police report or a medical examination.
Por favor, descreva o que aconteceu detalhadamente.
- Placement
- 'Detalhadamente' is an adverb, so it typically modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. It can be placed before or after the verb it modifies, or at the end of a clause for emphasis. Its position can subtly change the focus of the sentence, but it generally conveys the same meaning of thoroughness.
A investigação foi conduzida detalhadamente.
- Examples
- You can use 'detalhadamente' to describe how someone explains, analyzes, describes, plans, or researches something. For instance: 'Ele explicou o plano detalhadamente' (He explained the plan in detail). 'Precisamos analisar os dados detalhadamente' (We need to analyze the data in detail). 'A artista pintou a cena detalhadamente' (The artist painted the scene in detail). 'O relatório descreve o incidente detalhadamente' (The report describes the incident in detail).
A consultora apresentou as suas descobertas detalhadamente.
- Formal Settings
- You'll frequently encounter 'detalhadamente' in formal academic lectures, scientific reports, and technical manuals. When a professor is explaining a complex concept or a researcher is presenting their findings, they will often do so 'detalhadamente' to ensure precision. Similarly, in legal documents or court proceedings, testimony and evidence are often presented 'detalhadamente' to cover all legal requirements and facts.
O relatório final descreve o projeto detalhadamente.
- Professional Communication
- In business and professional contexts, 'detalhadamente' is used when giving instructions, presenting proposals, or summarizing meetings. A manager might ask an employee to 'prepare a presentation detalhadamente' covering all aspects of a new product. News reports, especially investigative journalism, often provide accounts of events 'detalhadamente' to give the audience a full picture.
O jornalista investigou o caso detalhadamente.
- Overuse
- A common mistake is to overuse 'detalhadamente' when a simpler adverb or phrase would suffice. For instance, saying 'Ele falou detalhadamente' might be too much if he just gave a few extra details. In such cases, 'um pouco mais' (a little more) or 'com mais informações' (with more information) might be more appropriate.
Incorrect: Ele descreveu o evento detalhadamente (when only a few details were given).
- Confusion with similar adverbs
- Learners might confuse 'detalhadamente' with adverbs like 'cuidadosamente' (carefully) or 'precisamente' (precisely). While there can be overlap, 'detalhadamente' specifically refers to the inclusion of many specific points or aspects, whereas 'cuidadosamente' focuses on the manner of doing something without mistakes, and 'precisamente' emphasizes accuracy and exactness.
Incorrect: Ele explicou a receita cuidadosamente (if the focus is on listing all ingredients and steps).
- 'Em pormenor'
- This phrase, meaning 'in detail' or 'at length', is a very close synonym to 'detalhadamente'. It's often used interchangeably and carries a similar emphasis on thoroughness. Example: 'Ele descreveu a situação em pormenor.' (He described the situation in detail.)
O relatório foi escrito em pormenor.
- 'Exaustivamente'
- This adverb means 'exhaustively' or 'comprehensively'. It implies a very high degree of completeness, often covering every possible aspect. It's a stronger synonym than 'detalhadamente' and is used when the thoroughness is absolute. Example: 'A pesquisa cobriu o tópico exaustivamente.' (The research covered the topic exhaustively.)
A análise foi feita exaustivamente.
- 'Minuciosamente'
- This adverb means 'meticulously' or 'thoroughly' with a focus on small details and precision. It suggests a careful and painstaking examination or action. Example: 'Ele examinou o documento minuciosamente.' (He examined the document meticulously.)
How Formal Is It?
Fun Fact
The concept of 'detail' has evolved significantly. In ancient times, intricate details in art or architecture were often a sign of great craftsmanship and wealth. Today, while still important, the term 'detail' also applies to the granular information found in digital data and complex systems.
Pronunciation Guide
- Pronouncing 'lh' as a simple 'l'.
- Incorrect stress placement, e.g., stressing the first syllable.
- Not reducing the final 'te' sound.
Difficulty Rating
At A2/B1 CEFR level, learners can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters. 'Detalhadamente' appears in contexts that require understanding of more descriptive language and the concept of thoroughness. While the word itself might be new, the contexts in which it appears are often relatable, making comprehension achievable with some effort.
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Grammar to Know
Adverb Placement
'Detalhadamente' is an adverb and usually modifies verbs. It can often be placed after the verb or at the end of the sentence for emphasis: 'Ele explicou detalhadamente.' or 'Ele detalhadamente explicou.'
Verb Conjugation
The adverb 'detalhadamente' does not change with verb conjugation. For example: 'Eu explico detalhadamente', 'Ele explicou detalhadamente', 'Nós explicaremos detalhadamente'.
Agreement with Nouns/Adjectives
Adverbs do not agree in gender or number with nouns or adjectives. 'Uma explicação detalhada' (a detailed explanation) vs. 'O relatório é detalhado' (the report is detailed). The adverb remains 'detalhadamente'.
Use of 'de' + Noun (Phrase)
While 'detalhadamente' is an adverb, related phrases like 'com detalhes' or 'em pormenor' function similarly. 'Ele contou a história com detalhes.'
Subjunctive Mood
In sentences expressing necessity or importance, the subjunctive mood might follow clauses related to detailed explanations: 'É importante que ele explique detalhadamente.'
Examples by Level
O gato é preto.
The cat is black.
Simple noun-adjective agreement.
A casa é grande.
The house is big.
Simple noun-adjective agreement.
Eu gosto de maçã.
I like apple.
Subject-verb-object structure.
Ele come pão.
He eats bread.
Subject-verb-object structure.
Nós vemos o carro.
We see the car.
Subject-verb-object structure.
Você fala português?
Do you speak Portuguese?
Question formation with verb.
Ela bebe água.
She drinks water.
Subject-verb-object structure.
Eles estão felizes.
They are happy.
Subject-verb-adjective structure.
Eu vou para a escola amanhã.
I am going to school tomorrow.
Use of present tense for future with time adverb.
Ela mora numa casa pequena.
She lives in a small house.
Preposition 'em' + article 'uma' + adjective + noun.
Nós comemos pizza no sábado.
We ate pizza on Saturday.
Past tense verb + noun + day of the week.
Você pode me ajudar, por favor?
Can you help me, please?
Modal verb 'poder' + infinitive + pronoun + polite request.
Ele comprou um livro interessante.
He bought an interesting book.
Past tense verb + article + adjective + noun.
Onde fica o supermercado mais próximo?
Where is the nearest supermarket?
Interrogative pronoun + verb + noun + superlative adjective.
Eu preciso de dinheiro para o presente.
I need money for the gift.
Verb 'precisar de' + noun + preposition 'para' + noun.
O filme foi muito bom.
The movie was very good.
Past tense of 'ser' + adverb of intensity + adjective.
O professor explicou a matéria detalhadamente para garantir que todos compreendessem.
The professor explained the subject in detail to ensure everyone understood.
Use of adverb 'detalhadamente' to modify 'explicou'.
Preciso que você me conte tudo o que aconteceu detalhadamente.
I need you to tell me everything that happened in detail.
Subjunctive mood after 'preciso que'.
A receita foi descrita detalhadamente, com todos os ingredientes e passos.
The recipe was described in detail, with all the ingredients and steps.
Passive voice with past participle.
Ele analisou o problema detalhadamente antes de tomar uma decisão.
He analyzed the problem in detail before making a decision.
Adverb 'detalhadamente' modifying 'analisou'.
Por favor, preencha o formulário detalhadamente.
Please fill out the form in detail.
Imperative mood with adverb.
A investigação policial examinou as evidências detalhadamente.
The police investigation examined the evidence in detail.
Noun phrase + verb + noun + adverb.
Ela planejou a viagem detalhadamente, reservando hotéis e voos com antecedência.
She planned the trip in detail, booking hotels and flights in advance.
Verb + object + adverb + gerund phrase.
O guia turístico explicou a história do local detalhadamente.
The tour guide explained the history of the place in detail.
Noun phrase + verb + noun phrase + adverb.
O relatório médico detalhava cada sintoma e tratamento de forma exaustiva.
The medical report detailed each symptom and treatment exhaustively.
Adverb 'exaustivamente' used as a synonym for 'detalhadamente' in a formal context.
É crucial que você apresente seus argumentos detalhadamente para convencer o júri.
It is crucial that you present your arguments in detail to convince the jury.
Subjunctive mood after 'é crucial que'.
A análise de mercado foi realizada detalhadamente, considerando todos os fatores relevantes.
The market analysis was carried out in detail, considering all relevant factors.
Passive voice with participle phrase.
O artista descreveu seu processo criativo detalhadamente em uma entrevista.
The artist described his creative process in detail in an interview.
Verb + object + adverb + prepositional phrase.
Para entender a complexidade do sistema, é necessário estudá-lo detalhadamente.
To understand the complexity of the system, it is necessary to study it in detail.
Infinitive phrase as subject + impersonal verb + infinitive.
O engenheiro explicou o funcionamento da máquina detalhadamente aos novos funcionários.
The engineer explained the machine's operation in detail to the new employees.
Verb + direct object + adverb + indirect object.
A consultora apresentou o plano de negócios detalhadamente, incluindo projeções financeiras.
The consultant presented the business plan in detail, including financial projections.
Verb + object + adverb + participial phrase.
É importante que os alunos pesquisem o tema detalhadamente para o trabalho.
It is important that students research the topic in detail for the assignment.
Subjunctive mood after 'é importante que'.
O historiador desvendou as motivações por trás do conflito detalhadamente, apresentando evidências documentais.
The historian unveiled the motivations behind the conflict in detail, presenting documentary evidence.
Complex sentence structure with participial phrase.
A complexidade da obra de arte só pode ser plenamente apreciada quando analisada detalhadamente.
The complexity of the artwork can only be fully appreciated when analyzed in detail.
Passive voice with adverbial clause.
O filósofo expôs sua tese detalhadamente, abordando objeções potenciais.
The philosopher expounded his thesis in detail, addressing potential objections.
Verb + object + adverb + participial phrase.
A análise genética revelou padrões surpreendentes quando examinada detalhadamente.
The genetic analysis revealed surprising patterns when examined in detail.
Noun phrase + verb + noun + adverbial clause.
Para compreender a profundidade da crise econômica, é imperativo que estudemos seus antecedentes detalhadamente.
To understand the depth of the economic crisis, it is imperative that we study its background in detail.
Infinitive phrase as subject + impersonal adjective + subjunctive clause.
O crítico literário dissecou o simbolismo do romance detalhadamente, traçando paralelos com outras obras.
The literary critic dissected the novel's symbolism in detail, drawing parallels with other works.
Verb + object + adverb + participial phrase.
A investigação científica detalhou minuciosamente os efeitos de longo prazo da exposição a substâncias tóxicas.
The scientific investigation minutely detailed the long-term effects of exposure to toxic substances.
Adverb 'minuciosamente' used as a strong synonym for 'detalhadamente'.
É fundamental que os relatórios de auditoria sejam elaborados detalhadamente, cobrindo todas as transações.
It is fundamental that audit reports be prepared in detail, covering all transactions.
Subjunctive mood after 'é fundamental que'.
O jurista desconstruiu a jurisprudência pertinente detalhadamente, identificando nuances e precedentes.
The jurist deconstructed the relevant jurisprudence in detail, identifying nuances and precedents.
Complex verb + object + adverb + participial phrase.
A obra-prima do compositor só revela sua totalidade quando escutada detalhadamente, apreendendo cada camada harmônica.
The composer's masterpiece only reveals its totality when listened to in detail, apprehending each harmonic layer.
Complex sentence with passive voice and participial phrase.
O teólogo examinou as escrituras detalhadamente, buscando interpretações esotéricas e exegéticas.
The theologian examined the scriptures in detail, seeking esoteric and exegetical interpretations.
Verb + object + adverb + participial phrase.
A análise forense detalhou microscopicamente a composição do material encontrado na cena do crime.
The forensic analysis microscopically detailed the composition of the material found at the crime scene.
Adverb 'microscopicamente' implies extreme detail.
Para apreender a magnitude do fenômeno quântico, é imprescindível que se estude sua manifestação detalhadamente.
To grasp the magnitude of the quantum phenomenon, it is essential that its manifestation be studied in detail.
Infinitive phrase as subject + impersonal adjective + impersonal passive construction.
O crítico de arte desconstruiu a técnica do pintor detalhadamente, comparando-a com mestres renascentistas.
The art critic deconstructed the painter's technique in detail, comparing it with Renaissance masters.
Verb + object + adverb + participial phrase.
A documentação técnica detalhou exaustivamente os protocolos de segurança para a operação da usina.
The technical documentation exhaustively detailed the safety protocols for the operation of the plant.
Adverb 'exaustivamente' used for extreme completeness.
É de suma importância que os pesquisadores apresentem seus achados detalhadamente, sem omissões.
It is of utmost importance that researchers present their findings in detail, without omissions.
Impersonal expression + subjunctive clause.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
— To explain something with many specific facts and information, leaving nothing out.
O professor decidiu explicar a teoria detalhadamente para os alunos.
— To provide a thorough and complete description of a person, place, event, or object.
A testemunha foi solicitada a descrever detalhadamente o suspeito.
— To examine something thoroughly, considering all aspects and implications.
É preciso analisar os dados detalhadamente antes de tirar conclusões.
— To learn about a subject by examining it thoroughly and with great care.
Para o exame, você deve estudar o capítulo detalhadamente.
— To make a thorough and comprehensive plan, considering all possible steps and outcomes.
Eles planejaram a viagem detalhadamente para evitar imprevistos.
— Something that has been explained in a very thorough and comprehensive manner.
O manual de instruções foi detalhadamente explicado.
— To conduct a thorough and in-depth investigation into a matter.
A polícia está a investigar o caso detalhadamente.
— To inspect something very closely and carefully.
O médico examinou o paciente detalhadamente.
— To show or explain something in a comprehensive and thorough way.
O arquiteto apresentou o projeto detalhadamente.
— To talk about something thoroughly, covering all aspects.
Precisamos discutir os termos do contrato detalhadamente.
Often Confused With
'Detalhe' is a noun meaning 'detail'. 'Detalhadamente' is an adverb meaning 'in detail'. You can have many 'detalhes' when you explain something 'detalhadamente'.
'Detalhar' is the verb meaning 'to detail' or 'to elaborate'. 'Detalhadamente' is the adverb describing how the action of detailing is performed.
'Detalhado' is an adjective meaning 'detailed'. It describes a noun, like 'um relatório detalhado' (a detailed report). 'Detalhadamente' describes how an action is done.
Easily Confused
Both 'detalhadamente' and 'superficialmente' describe the manner of an action, but they are opposites.
'Detalhadamente' means to do something with many specific points and thoroughness. 'Superficialmente' means to do something without going into depth, only covering the most obvious aspects.
Ele descreveu o livro superficialmente, mas eu quero saber os detalhes detalhadamente.
Both describe how information is presented, but with opposite intentions.
'Detalhadamente' implies providing all or most of the information. 'Resumidamente' means to give a short summary, omitting many details.
A professora explicou a matéria resumidamente, mas pediu para estudarmos detalhadamente.
Both suggest a careful approach to an action.
'Cuidadosamente' focuses on being careful to avoid mistakes or harm. 'Detalhadamente' focuses on including many specific points and covering all aspects. An action can be both careful and detailed.
Ele examinou o documento cuidadosamente para não perder nenhum detalhe, e depois explicou-o detalhadamente.
Both are adverbs describing the manner of an action.
'Rapidamente' refers to speed. 'Detalhadamente' refers to the amount of information or thoroughness. An action can be fast but not detailed, or detailed but not fast.
Ela respondeu rapidamente, mas não detalhadamente.
Both imply a high degree of thoroughness.
'Detalhadamente' emphasizes covering many specific points. 'Minuciosamente' emphasizes paying very close attention to small details and being painstaking. Often used together or interchangeably when extreme care is involved.
O detetive examinou a cena minuciosamente e depois relatou detalhadamente suas descobertas.
Sentence Patterns
Subject + Verb + detalhadamente.
Eu explico detalhadamente.
Subject + Verb + Object + detalhadamente.
Ela descreve a casa detalhadamente.
Detalhadamente + Subject + Verb.
Detalhadamente, ele contou a sua viagem.
Subject + Verb + Object + com + Noun + detalhadamente.
Ele apresentou o projeto com os detalhes detalhadamente.
Passive Voice + verbo + detalhadamente.
A informação foi apresentada detalhadamente.
Subject + Verb + Adverbial Phrase + detalhadamente.
A polícia investigou a cena do crime detalhadamente.
Infinitive Phrase + é + Adjective + que + Subject + Subjunctive + detalhadamente.
É importante que você explique detalhadamente.
Complex Subject + Verb + detalhadamente + Participial Phrase.
O historiador analisou os documentos detalhadamente, revelando novas informações.
Word Family
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
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How to Use It
Medium to High, especially in formal and academic contexts.
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Using 'detalhadamente' for a brief explanation.
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Use 'resumidamente' or 'brevemente'.
If the explanation is short and lacks specific points, 'detalhadamente' is incorrect. For example, saying 'Ele explicou o plano detalhadamente' when he only gave a one-sentence summary is wrong. Correct: 'Ele explicou o plano resumidamente.'
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Confusing 'detalhadamente' (adverb) with 'detalhado' (adjective).
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Use the adjective to describe nouns, and the adverb to describe verbs.
You can have 'um relatório detalhado' (a detailed report - adjective describing a noun), but you would say 'O relatório foi escrito detalhadamente' (The report was written in detail - adverb describing how it was written).
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Incorrect pronunciation of 'lh'.
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Pronounce 'lh' as in 'million' (English).
Many learners struggle with the 'lh' sound. Instead of 'de-ta-LHA-da-men-tee', they might say 'de-ta-LA-da-men-tee'. Proper pronunciation is crucial for clarity.
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Overusing 'detalhadamente' when a simpler word suffices.
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Use 'com detalhes' or 'em pormenor' for similar meanings.
While 'detalhadamente' is correct, sometimes a phrase like 'Ele contou a história com detalhes' sounds more natural in casual conversation than 'Ele contou a história detalhadamente'.
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Incorrect stress placement.
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Stress on 'LHA' and 'MEN'.
The stress falls on 'de-ta-LHA-da-MEN-te'. Incorrect stress can make the word hard to understand. Common errors include stressing the first syllable.
Tips
Emphasize Thoroughness
Use 'detalhadamente' when you want to highlight that an action or explanation was done with a high level of completeness, covering all specific points and leaving no room for ambiguity. It's the word to use when thoroughness is crucial.
Master the 'lh' Sound
The 'lh' sound in 'detalhadamente' is key. It's similar to the 'lli' in the English word 'million'. Practice this sound to pronounce the word correctly and sound more natural.
Formal vs. Informal
While 'detalhadamente' is suitable for formal and neutral contexts like reports and lectures, be mindful of its use in very casual conversations. In informal settings, simpler phrases or more direct language might be preferred, though 'detalhadamente' is generally well-understood.
Link to 'Detail'
Connect 'detalhadamente' to the English word 'detail'. Imagine meticulously providing every single 'detail' – that's the essence of 'detalhadamente'.
Adverb Function
Remember that 'detalhadamente' is an adverb. It modifies verbs, describing how an action is performed. Its position in a sentence can vary, but it typically follows the verb or appears at the end of a clause for emphasis.
Explore Alternatives
Familiarize yourself with synonyms like 'em pormenor', 'exaustivamente', and 'minuciosamente'. Understanding their nuances will help you choose the most precise word for your intended meaning.
Active Recall
Actively try to use 'detalhadamente' in your own sentences. Describe a process, explain a concept, or recount an event using this adverb. The more you practice, the more natural it will become.
Native Speaker Input
Listen to how native Portuguese speakers use 'detalhadamente' in various contexts. Pay attention to their pronunciation, sentence structure, and the situations where they employ this word.
Check for Accuracy
When writing, ensure that your explanation or description is indeed thorough when you use 'detalhadamente'. Using it inappropriately can undermine your message. If you're only giving a brief overview, opt for a different adverb.
Value of Thoroughness
Understand that in many Portuguese-speaking cultures, providing detailed information is often seen as a sign of competence and respect. Using 'detalhadamente' appropriately reflects this cultural value.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Imagine someone meticulously arranging tiny 'details' (detalhes) on a very large map. They are doing it 'detalhadamente' because each tiny detail matters. Think of a detailed map being drawn with extreme care.
Visual Association
Picture a magnifying glass hovering over a very intricate painting, revealing every tiny brushstroke and color nuance. The magnifying glass helps you see the 'detalhes' 'detalhadamente'.
Word Web
Challenge
Try to describe your morning routine 'detalhadamente' to a friend who has never done it before. Focus on every small action, from waking up to leaving the house.
Word Origin
The word 'detalhadamente' is derived from the Portuguese verb 'detalhar', which means 'to detail' or 'to elaborate'. The verb itself comes from the noun 'detalhe' (detail), which ultimately has Latin roots.
Original meaning: The Latin word 'talea' meant 'cutting' or 'a shoot of a plant'. This evolved into 'dettaglio' in Italian and then 'detalhe' in Portuguese, referring to a small part or feature that is 'cut out' or separated from the whole, hence a detail.
Indo-European > Italic > Latin > Romance > PortugueseCultural Context
When using 'detalhadamente', consider the audience. While appreciated in formal contexts, an overly detailed explanation in a casual conversation might be perceived as tedious or unnecessary. The key is to match the level of detail to the context and the listener's needs.
In English-speaking cultures, the emphasis on 'detail' can vary. While thoroughness is often appreciated, there can sometimes be a preference for conciseness, especially in business communication. However, in fields like law, medicine, and academia, detailed explanations are crucial.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Explaining a process or instructions.
- Explique-me detalhadamente como fazer isso.
- Siga as instruções detalhadamente.
- O manual descreve o processo detalhadamente.
Describing an event or situation.
- Ela contou a história detalhadamente.
- O relatório detalha os acontecimentos.
- Por favor, descreva a cena detalhadamente.
Analyzing data or information.
- Precisamos analisar os dados detalhadamente.
- A pesquisa foi analisada detalhadamente.
- Ele apresentou a análise detalhadamente.
Planning or preparing something.
- Eles planejaram a viagem detalhadamente.
- O evento foi planejado detalhadamente.
- Vamos preparar o projeto detalhadamente.
Academic or professional reports.
- O relatório descreve detalhadamente os resultados.
- A tese foi defendida detalhadamente.
- O estudo foi conduzido detalhadamente.
Conversation Starters
"Can you explain that concept to me in detail?"
"How thoroughly did you research this topic?"
"Please describe your experience in detail."
"What are the specific steps involved in this process?"
"Could you elaborate on that point in detail?"
Journal Prompts
Describe a recent challenge you faced, detailing each step you took to overcome it.
Reflect on a time you had to explain something complex to someone. How did you ensure they understood it in detail?
What is something you are passionate about? Describe it in detail, covering all its aspects.
Imagine you are writing a travel guide for your favorite place. Detail every attraction and experience.
Think about a skill you have mastered. Write a detailed explanation of how you acquired it.
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsBoth 'detalhadamente' and 'em pormenor' mean 'in detail' and are often used interchangeably. 'Em pormenor' might slightly emphasize covering every minute aspect, while 'detalhadamente' is a more general adverb for thoroughness. For example, 'Ele explicou o plano em pormenor' and 'Ele explicou o plano detalhadamente' convey very similar meanings.
Generally, yes. 'Detalhadamente' modifies verbs, describing the manner in which an action is performed. It's most commonly used with verbs related to explaining, describing, analyzing, planning, investigating, or examining, where thoroughness is relevant. For example: 'explicar detalhadamente', 'descrever detalhadamente', 'analisar detalhadamente', 'planejar detalhadamente'.
'Detalhadamente' is generally considered neutral to formal. It's very common in academic, professional, and technical contexts. While it can be used in everyday conversation, it might sound a bit more formal than simpler alternatives like 'com detalhes' (with details) or 'em detalhes' (in details).
The pronunciation is approximately 'deh-tah-LYAH-dah-MEN-chee'. The stress is on the 'LYAH' syllable. The 'lh' sound is similar to the 'lli' in the English word 'million'. The final 'te' is often pronounced softly, almost like 'chee'.
The most direct opposites are 'superficialmente' (superficially) and 'resumidamente' (briefly). 'Vagamente' (vaguely) also implies a lack of detail. 'Rapidamente' (quickly) can sometimes imply a lack of detail, but it primarily refers to speed.
While primarily modifying verbs, adverbs like 'detalhadamente' can sometimes modify adjectives or other adverbs in very specific contexts, though it's less common. For instance, you might say 'uma descrição detalhadamente precisa' (a precisely detailed description), though 'uma descrição muito detalhada' is more common. Its primary function is to modify verbs.
The related noun is 'detalhe' (detail). The act of providing details is called 'detalhamento' (detailing or elaboration).
'Detalhadamente' is an adverb that modifies a verb, emphasizing the manner of the action. 'Com detalhes' is a prepositional phrase that can also describe the manner but is slightly less emphatic as an adverb. Using 'detalhadamente' often implies a higher degree of thoroughness and completeness.
In informal contexts, people might use phrases like 'tudo sobre isso' (everything about it), 'bem explicadinho' (very well explained, often used with children), or simply repeat the verb with emphasis. However, 'detalhadamente' itself is not overly formal and is widely understood.
Common pairings include: explicar (to explain), descrever (to describe), analisar (to analyze), investigar (to investigate), examinar (to examine), relatar (to report), planejar (to plan), apresentar (to present), contar (to tell).
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Summary
Use 'detalhadamente' when you want to convey that something has been done or explained with great thoroughness, covering all necessary specifics and leaving no room for ambiguity. It signifies a complete and exhaustive approach.
- Means 'in detail' or 'thoroughly'.
- Used for comprehensive explanations or actions.
- Emphasizes completeness and precision.
- Common in formal and academic settings.
Emphasize Thoroughness
Use 'detalhadamente' when you want to highlight that an action or explanation was done with a high level of completeness, covering all specific points and leaving no room for ambiguity. It's the word to use when thoroughness is crucial.
Master the 'lh' Sound
The 'lh' sound in 'detalhadamente' is key. It's similar to the 'lli' in the English word 'million'. Practice this sound to pronounce the word correctly and sound more natural.
Formal vs. Informal
While 'detalhadamente' is suitable for formal and neutral contexts like reports and lectures, be mindful of its use in very casual conversations. In informal settings, simpler phrases or more direct language might be preferred, though 'detalhadamente' is generally well-understood.
Link to 'Detail'
Connect 'detalhadamente' to the English word 'detail'. Imagine meticulously providing every single 'detail' – that's the essence of 'detalhadamente'.
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