brief remarks

[/briːf rɪˈmɑːrks/]
noun phrase
observações breves
1. Short, concise comments or statements made about a topic
The director made a few brief remarks before introducing the main speaker.
O diretor fez algumas observações breves antes de apresentar o palestrante principal.
2. Condensed verbal or written commentary that provides minimal explanation or detail
She opened the meeting with brief remarks about the quarterly results.
Ela abriu a reunião com observações breves sobre os resultados trimestrais.
In Brazilian business and academic contexts, 'observações breves' is commonly used at the beginning of meetings or presentations as a polite way to introduce preliminary comments. In the USA, 'brief remarks' are typically associated with formal speeches, press conferences, or official announcements where a speaker provides condensed commentary before more substantial discussion.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
short commentsconcise observationsquick remarkspassing commentscursory remarks
Antonyms / Antônimos
lengthy discussiondetailed explanationlengthy remarksextensive commentary

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
observações breves
Most common and formal usage
General Brazilian
comentários breves
Alternative, slightly more casual
Portugal
breves comentários
Word order may vary; equally acceptable
USA/UK
brief remarks
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts

Related Words

commentobservationstatementremarknoteaside

Related Idioms & Phrases

a word to the wise
a few words
without further ado
in a nutshell
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