basic reasons

[ˈbeɪsɪk ˈriːzənz]
noun phrase
razões básicas
1. The fundamental or primary causes or explanations for something; the essential grounds on which something is based
The basic reasons for the project's failure were poor planning and lack of funding.
As razões básicas para o fracasso do projeto foram o planejamento inadequado e a falta de financiamento.
2. Elemental or simplified explanations; the most straightforward or uncomplicated justifications
For basic reasons, we need to understand the fundamentals before moving forward.
Por razões básicas, precisamos entender os fundamentos antes de prosseguir.
In both American English and Brazilian Portuguese, 'basic reasons' is commonly used in academic, professional, and everyday discourse to simplify complex discussions. In Brazil, this phrase is often employed in business meetings and educational contexts to break down arguments into their most essential components. The concept values clarity and foundational understanding across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fundamental reasonsprimary reasonscore reasonsmain reasonsessential reasons
Antonyms / Antônimos
complex reasonssecondary reasonssuperficial reasonsminor reasons

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
razões básicas
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
razões básicas
Common in business and academic settings
Rio de Janeiro
razões básicas
Used in everyday conversation and formal speech
Portugal
razões básicas
Equivalent term, though 'motivos básicos' is sometimes preferred

Related Words

rationalejustificationexplanationfoundationcausemotive

Related Idioms & Phrases

get down to basics
bottom line reasons
the root of the matter
at the end of the day
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