Case vs Condition vs Example vs Instance vs Situation

Quando usar cada um em inglês, com significado, registro e exemplos.

Case

Top 1000 (muito comum)A2noun

Condition

Top 1000 (muito comum)A2noun

Example

Top 1000 (muito comum)A1noun

Instance

Top 2000 (comum)B2noun

Situation

Top 1000 (muito comum)A1noun
 CaseConditionExampleInstanceSituation
Pronúncia🇬🇧 /["/keɪs/"]/🇺🇸 /["/keɪs/"]/🇬🇧 /["/kənˈdɪʃn/"]/🇺🇸 /["/kənˈdɪʃn/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ɪɡˈzɑːmpl/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪɡˈzæmpl/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˈɪnstəns/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈɪnstəns/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃn/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃn/"]/
SignificadoUma situação ou um exemplo. Pode ser também uma caixa ou um estojo.A situation or example.Um estado ou situação que deve ser cumprido ou que afeta algo.A state or situation that must be met or that affects something.Uma amostra ou modelo de algo para mostrar como funciona.A sample or model of something to show how it works.Um exemplo ou caso específico de algo.A specific example or case of something.Um conjunto de circunstâncias ou um estado específico das coisas.A set of circumstances or a specific state of affairs.
ExemploPlease put the documents in the case for safekeeping.The condition of the car was poor after the long trip.Please follow this example to complete your assignment.In this instance, we will need to apply a different approach.In this situation, I think we should ask for help.
RegistroNeutroNeutroNeutroNeutroNeutro
Quão comumTop 1000 (muito comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)Top 2000 (comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)
Nível CEFRA2A2A1B2A1
Classe gramaticalnounnounnounnounnoun
Colocaçõesclassic, textbook, typical, illustrate, show, cite, arise, occur, study, example, in somebody’s/​this case, case of, case by case, a case in point, be, remain, overstate, classic, textbook, typical, illustrate, show, cite, arise, occur, study, example, in somebody’s/​this case, case of, case by case, a case in point, notorious, tragic, assault, handle, investigate, work on, file, report, officer, on the case, case of, court, criminal, civil, bring, prosecute, pursue, come before somebody, come to court, go to court, in a/​the case, case against, case of, a case to answer, no case to answer, the circumstances of a case, compelling, convincing, good, have, prepare, outline, exist, case against, case for, the case for the defence/​defense, the case for the prosecution, the merits of a case, carrying, packing, glass, in a/​the case, inside a/​the case, out of a/​the case, attaché, overnight, acute, chronic, advanced, diagnose, report, history, notes, records, case ofexcellent, good, immaculate, assess, evaluate, in… condition, critical, serious, stable, get better, improve, deteriorate, assess, monitor, in a… condition, in… condition, out of condition, be in no condition to do something, medical, life-threatening, serious, have, suffer from, be born with, favourable/​favorable, good, ideal, live in, work in, work under, exist, persist, prevail, in condition, under condition, favourable/​favorable, good, ideal, live in, work in, work under, exist, persist, prevail, in condition, under condition, strict, special, attach, impose, lay down, apply, on condition that, on… condition, under… condition, a breach of a condition, conditions of employment, sale, etc., terms and conditions, necessary, sufficient, create, condition for, human, improvecharacteristic, classic, prime, give somebody, offer, provide (somebody with), demonstrate something, highlight something, illustrate something, for example, in an/​the example, example of, characteristic, classic, prime, give somebody, offer, provide (somebody with), demonstrate something, highlight something, illustrate something, for example, in an/​the example, example of, good, great, inspiring, set, show, follow, by example, example to, make an example of somebody, good, great, inspiring, set, show, follow, by example, example to, make an example of somebodycountless, innumerable, many, give, provide, represent, occur, show something, for instance, in… instance, instance of, in the first instancetough situation, political situation, stressful situation, unfortunate situation, crisis situation
Antônimossameness, uniformitydisorder, chaos, confusioncounterexample, exceptionwhole, entirety, totalitysolution, resolution
Erros comunsConfused with 'case' as a container instead of a situation., Using 'case' without properly specifying what type of case (e.g., legal case, medical case).Confused with 'conditions' as in multiple situations., Used incorrectly with verbs that don't match its meaning., Omitting the context, like 'condition of' instead of just 'condition'.Confused with 'exemplary', which means perfect or model., Using 'example' in plural without 'examples' when talking about multiple cases., Mispronouncing it as 'egg-zample' instead of 'ig-zample'.Confusing with 'instant' — they have different meanings., Using 'instances' incorrectly in plural form without examples., Mixing it up with 'instance of' instead of just 'instance.'Confusing 'situation' with 'issue' — 'situation' is broader than just problems., Using 'situations' when talking about a general case — use 'situation' for singular contexts., Omitting necessary details when describing a specific situation.
Notas de usoUse 'caso' para se referir a uma situação específica, especialmente em contextos legais ou médicos. É menos formal que 'instância' e mais comum na conversa do dia a dia. 'Caixa' ou 'estojo' são usados para o recipiente.Use 'case' to refer to a particular situation, especially in legal or medical contexts. It is less formal than 'instance' and more common in everyday conversation.Usado tanto na conversa do dia a dia quanto em ambientes formais. Mais formal ao discutir assuntos de saúde ou legais, enquanto usos informais podem ser vistos em discussões cotidianas sobre preferências.Used in both everyday conversation and formal settings. More formal when discussing health or legal matters, while informal uses may be seen in everyday discussions about preferences.Use 'exemplo' ao ilustrar um ponto ou fornecer uma representação. É adequado na maioria dos contextos, mas evite em situações muito casuais onde palavras mais simples podem ser mais apropriadas.Use 'example' when illustrating a point or providing a representation. It's suitable in most contexts, but avoid in very casual situations where simpler words may be more appropriate.Use 'instance' tanto na fala quanto na escrita para se referir a exemplos particulares. É adequado para contextos formais e informais, mas evite em conversas casuais ou gírias.Use 'instance' in both spoken and written English to refer to particular examples. It's suitable for formal and informal contexts but avoid it in casual conversations or slang.Use 'situação' para descrever vários contextos, como problemas, eventos ou condições. É neutro e pode se encaixar na maioria das conversas, mas pode ser muito formal em contextos casuais.Use 'situation' to describe various contexts, such as problems, events, or conditions. It is neutral and can fit in most conversations but may be too formal in casual contexts.

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Perguntas frequentes: Case vs Condition vs Example vs Instance vs Situation

Qual é a diferença entre Case, Condition, Example, Instance e Situation?

Case: A situation or example. Condition: A state or situation that must be met or that affects something. Example: A sample or model of something to show how it works. Instance: A specific example or case of something. Situation: A set of circumstances or a specific state of affairs.

Qual é mais avançada: Case, Condition, Example, Instance e Situation?

Instance é o nível mais alto, em B2, na escala CEFR.

Case, Condition, Example, Instance e Situation estão no mesmo nível CEFR?

Case: A2, Condition: A2, Example: A1, Instance: B2, Situation: A1 na escala CEFR.

Que classe gramatical são Case, Condition, Example, Instance e Situation?

Case: noun, Condition: noun, Example: noun, Instance: noun, Situation: noun.

Pode mostrar um exemplo de cada?

Case: Please put the documents in the case for safekeeping. Condition: The condition of the car was poor after the long trip. Example: Please follow this example to complete your assignment. Instance: In this instance, we will need to apply a different approach. Situation: In this situation, I think we should ask for help.

Posso usar Case, Condition, Example, Instance e Situation de forma intercambiável?

Nem sempre. Case, Condition, Example, Instance e Situation são relacionadas e às vezes se sobrepõem, mas diferem em registro, frequência e uso, então trocar uma pela outra pode mudar o sentido ou o tom. Veja as diferenças acima antes de substituir.

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