cheap method
[/tʃip ˈmɛθəd/]
noun phrasepl: cheap methods
método barato
1. an inexpensive or low-cost way of doing something that may sacrifice quality or efficiency
They used a cheap method to fix the roof, but it didn't last long.
Eles usaram um método barato para consertar o telhado, mas não durou muito tempo.
2. a shortcut or quick solution that is economical but potentially inferior
The company opted for a cheap method to reduce production costs.
A empresa optou por um método barato para reduzir os custos de produção.
In Brazilian culture, 'gambiarragem' (improvised cheap methods) is often viewed with a mix of pragmatism and creativity, reflecting a resourceful approach to problem-solving. In American business contexts, cheap methods are often criticized as lacking quality, whereas in developing economies they may be celebrated as practical solutions.
NYC Slang
on the cheap / on a shoestring
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