informasional

In informacional is an adjective used in Spanish and Portuguese to describe content, discourse, or materials that provide information. It denotes a focus on factual content, explanations, procedures, or data intended to inform an audience rather than persuade, entertain, or argue.

In linguistic and genre analysis, a cantidades designated as texto informacional or conteúdo informacional refers to a type of discourse whose primary function is to convey knowledge. Common characteristics include a neutral or objective tone, clarity, logical organization, and explicit information such as definitions, explanations, data, and references. These texts often emphasize accuracy, verifiability, and accessibility, and they may employ headings, lists, tables, and diagrams to support understanding.

In media, education, and professional contexts, informacional content encompasses manuals, tutorials, reports, data sheets, encyclopedic articles, FAQ pages, and other resources designed to support learning or decision-making. Such material is typically structured to facilitate quick retrieval of facts and may cite sources or provide methodological notes.

The term is widely used in Spanish-speaking and Portuguese-speaking communities, where it helps distinguish content intended to inform from material with other primary functions, such as narrative or promotional communications. Although closely related, related terms like informativo or informativa are also used in some regions to describe informational items or broadcasts, with nuanced differences in emphasis based on regional usage.

Etymology reflects its derivation from the verb informar, with the suffix -al forming an adjective that designates a quality or characteristic. The precise scope of informacional can vary by discipline, but it generally signals content designed to convey knowledge in a clear, factual manner.