situation

• Substantivo que designa o conjunto de circunstâncias, condições ou acontecimentos em determinado momento e lugar; também se refere à posição ou condição em que alguém ou algo se encontra.

A noun referring to a set of circumstances, conditions, or events at a particular time and place.

1. Set of circumstancesA2formal

   The combination of conditions and events at a particular time.

   Situação

   • The economic situation is improving slowly.
   • She found herself in a difficult situation.
   • We need to assess the situation before making a decision.

   Sinônimoscaseconditioncontextenvironmentpositionscenariosettingstatestate of affairs

2. B1formalbritish

   A job or position of employment.

   Cargo

   • He applied for a situation as a clerk.
   • She found a new situation in the city.
   • The agency helps people find suitable situations.

   Sinônimosappointmentberthemploymentjobofficeplacepositionpost

3. Location or placeB1formal

   The location or position of something in relation to its surroundings.

   Localização

   • The hotel is in a beautiful situation overlooking the sea.
   • The situation of the castle offers a strategic advantage.
   • They chose a quiet situation for their new home.

   Sinônimoslocalelocationplacepositionsettingsitespotwhereabouts