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big problem
[/bɪɡ ˈprɑːbləm/]
noun phrase
pl: big problems
grande problema
1.
A serious or significant difficulty that requires attention or resolution
Losing the contract is a big problem for our company.
Perder o contrato é um grande problema para nossa empresa.
2.
A major issue or obstacle that causes concern or worry
Climate change is becoming a big problem worldwide.
A mudança climática está se tornando um grande problema mundialmente.
NYC Slang
major headache
Synonyms
major issue
serious difficulty
significant challenge
grave concern
major obstacle
Antonyms
minor issue
small problem
trivial matter
insignificant concern
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
grande problema
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
baita problema
colloquial, informal variant
São Paulo
grande problema
standard formal usage
Portugal
grande problema
formal and standard usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
have a big problem on your hands
ask for big problems
heading for big problems
big problem brewing
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