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é elementar

[ɛ ˌɛ.lə.mẽ.ˈtaɾ]
verb phrase
it is elementary
1. Something is basic, simple, or fundamental; easy to understand or do
It is elementary to solve this math problem.
É elementar resolver este problema de matemática.
2. A famous phrase popularized by Sherlock Holmes meaning 'it is obvious' or 'the solution is clear'
Elementary, my dear Watson!
É elementar, meu caro Watson!
NYC Slang
it's basic / it's obvious
Synonyms
é simplesé básicoé óbvioé fácil
Antonyms
é complexoé difícilé complicado

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
é elementar
Standard usage in all contexts
Portugal
é elementar
Standard usage, though 'é simples' is often preferred in everyday speech

Related Idioms & Phrases

É elementar, meu caro Watson
elementar, querido
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