a new challenge

[ə ˈnjuː ˈtʃælɪndʒ]
noun phrasepl: new challenges
um novo desafio
1. A new difficulty or test that requires effort, skill, or determination to overcome
Starting a new job is a new challenge for anyone.
Começar um novo emprego é um novo desafio para qualquer pessoa.
2. A fresh opportunity to prove oneself or improve abilities
Learning a foreign language presents a new challenge.
Aprender uma língua estrangeira apresenta um novo desafio.
3. An unexpected or difficult situation that requires problem-solving
The pandemic created a new challenge for businesses worldwide.
A pandemia criou um novo desafio para empresas em todo o mundo.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'a new challenge' is widely used in professional, academic, and personal development discourse. In Brazil, it's commonly heard in corporate settings and motivational contexts. Americans often use this phrase to encourage resilience and growth mindset. The phrase emphasizes personal development and the positive aspects of overcoming difficulties.
NYC Slang
a new test / a new grind
Synonyms / Sinônimos
a fresh challengea new obstaclea new hurdlea new difficultya new test
Antonyms / Antônimos
an easy taska familiar routinea simple matterno challenge

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
um novo desafio
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
um novo desafio
Same as general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
um novo desafio
Same as general Brazilian usage, common in business contexts
Portugal
um novo desafio
Identical usage in European Portuguese

Related Words

challengeopportunityobstacledifficultyachievement

Related Idioms & Phrases

rise to the challenge
face a new challenge
meet a new challenge
embrace a new challenge
tackle a new challenge
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