enquadramento

Enquadramento is a Portuguese noun and verb (enquadrar) that refers to the act of placing something within a frame or context, or the state of being framed within a particular context or category. It is used across fields to denote either the act of defining boundaries and scope or the arrangement of elements within a perceptual or conceptual frame.

In communication and media, enquadramento refers to framing: how issues are presented, the selection and emphasis of information, and the surrounding context that shapes audience interpretation. Framing can influence public opinion and the perceived importance of topics, guiding debates and policy discussions.

In visual arts and photography, enquadramento denotes composition: the placement of subjects and elements within the image, including choices of angle, distance, and cropping. These decisions affect emphasis, balance, and narrative.

In law and public administration, enquadramento often describes the legal or regulatory classification of a matter, such as the juridical framing of a case within a crime category or the setting of a policy or project within institutional rules. It can also refer to defining the scope of duties and responsibilities within an organization.

In business, project management, and risk assessment, enquadramento involves defining the scope, boundaries, objectives, and constraints of a project or analysis, ensuring alignment with strategy, governance, and regulatory requirements.

In research, problem framing (framing of the question) shapes hypotheses, methods, and interpretation by outlining the assumptions and the particular perspective from which the study is approached.

See also: framing, context, scope, classification.