brief introduction

[/briːf ɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/]
noun phrasepl: brief introductions
apresentação breve
1. A short and concise presentation of someone or something, covering only the most essential information
The speaker gave a brief introduction before the main presentation began.
O palestrante fez uma apresentação breve antes do início da apresentação principal.
2. A concise initial explanation or overview that prepares someone for more detailed information
I'll give you a brief introduction to the topic so you understand the context.
Vou te dar uma introdução breve ao tema para você entender o contexto.
3. A short formal presentation of one person to another
They exchanged brief introductions at the networking event.
Eles trocaram apresentações breves no evento de networking.
In both Brazilian and American business culture, brief introductions are essential in professional settings, networking events, and academic presentations. In Brazil, brief introductions (apresentações breves) are commonly used in corporate environments and educational settings to establish context before diving into detailed discussions. In the USA, this term is frequently used in corporate presentations, university lectures, and meetings to respect time constraints.
NYC Slang
quick intro / brief spiel
Synonyms / Sinônimos
short introductionquick overviewconcise presentationsummaryoutline
Antonyms / Antônimos
lengthy introductiondetailed explanationcomprehensive overviewextensive presentation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
apresentação breve
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
introdução rápida
Alternative common usage in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
apresentação breve
Standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
apresentação breve
Same translation used in European Portuguese

Related Words

introductionpresentationoverviewsummarypreface

Related Idioms & Phrases

break the ice
get the ball rolling
set the stage
give someone the lay of the land
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