algo exato

[ˈal.ɡu ɪˈzat.u]
noun phrasemasculinepl: alguns exatos
something exact; an exact thing
1. Something that is precise, accurate, or specific without ambiguity or error
I need something exact to solve this mathematical problem.
Preciso de algo exato para resolver este problema matemático.
2. A concrete or definite matter, as opposed to something vague or approximate
Can you give me something exact instead of a rough estimate?
Você pode me dar algo exato em vez de uma estimativa aproximada?
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian Portuguese in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in academic, scientific, and technical discussions where precision is important. It reflects a direct translation from English usage and is understood universally across Portuguese-speaking regions.
NYC Slang
something exact; the real deal; something on point
Synonyms / Sinônimos
algo precisoalgo específicoalgo definidoalgo claroalgo concreto
Antonyms / Antônimos
algo vagoalgo aproximadoalgo imprecisoalgo nebulosoalgo incerto

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
algo exato
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
algo exato
Standard usage; same as Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
algo bem exato
Common emphatic form used colloquially

Related Words

exatidãoprecisãoacuráciaexatamenteprecisamente

Related Idioms & Phrases

ser algo exato
não é algo exato
procurar algo exato
dar algo exato
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