ethnographic

/ˌɛθnəˈɡræfɪk/ /ˌɛθnoʊˈɡræfɪk/

Meanings

adjective

Relating to ethnography.

Examples :

"The student conducted an ethnographic study of her neighborhood, observing daily life and interviewing residents to understand their culture. "

culture society

Related Words

neighborhood noun

/ˈneɪbə.hʊd/ /ˈneɪbɚˌhʊd/

The quality of being a neighbor, of living nearby, next to each-other; proximity.

"Our neighborhood was our only reason to exchange hollow greetings."

understand verb

/ˌɞndəɹˈstand/ /(ˌ)ʌndəˈstænd/ /ˌʌndɚˈstænd/

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.

"My teacher explained the new math concept, and I understood it perfectly. "

observing verb

/ɒbˈzɜːvɪŋ/ /əbˈzɝvɪŋ/

To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.

"From this vantage point we can observe the behavior of the animals in their natural habitat."

interviewing verb

/ˈɪntərvjuːɪŋ/ /ˈɪntərˌvjuːɪŋ/

To ask questions of (somebody); to have an interview.

"He interviewed the witness."

student noun

/ˈstjuː.dənt/ /ˈstu.dn̩t/

A person who studies or learns about a particular subject.

"He is a student of life."

daily noun

/ˈdeɪli/

Something that is produced, consumed, used, or done every day.

"My daily commute to work takes about 30 minutes. "

ethnography noun

/ɛθˈnɒɡɹəfi/ /ɛθˈnɑɡɹəfi/

The branch of anthropology that scientifically describes specific human cultures and societies.

"The student conducted an ethnography of her local community, spending months observing and interviewing people to understand their traditions and beliefs. "

relating verb

/rɪˈleɪtɪŋ/ /ˈriːleɪtɪŋ/

To tell in a descriptive way.

"Please relate the circumstances of your journey here today."

conducted verb

/kənˈdʌktɪd/

To lead, or guide; to escort.

"The museum guide conducted the group through the ancient artifacts exhibit. "

residents noun

/ˈrɛzɪdənts/ /ˈrɛzɪdənz/

A person, animal or plant living at a certain location or in a certain area.

"The tiger lily is a resident of Asia."

study verb

/ˈstʌdi/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

culture noun

/ˈkʌlt͡ʃə/ /ˈkʌlt͡ʃɚ/

The arts, customs, lifestyles, background, and habits that characterize a particular society or nation.

"Our school's culture emphasizes teamwork and respect for others. "