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.
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