A pesquisa de campo
Example: A pesquisa de campo revelou dados importantes sobre a comunidade local.
Definition
"A pesquisa de campo" refers to the process of collecting original data directly from real-world environments or subjects, typically outside a laboratory or controlled setting, to gain firsthand insights and information relevant to a specific research question or investigation.
Etymology
The term "a pesquisa de campo" comes from Portuguese, where "pesquisa" means 'research' or 'investigation,' and "campo" means 'field.' Together, they literally translate to 'field research.' This expression highlights the practice of going out into the 'field' to gather data, rather than working solely in theoretical or laboratory settings.
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