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common problem
[ˈkɒmən ˈprɒbləm]
noun
pl: common problems
problema comum
1.
An issue or difficulty that is widespread and affects many people or situations
Procrastination is a common problem among students.
Procrastinação é um problema comum entre estudantes.
2.
A recurring or typical issue that frequently occurs in a particular context
Traffic congestion is a common problem in big cities.
O congestionamento de trânsito é um problema comum nas grandes cidades.
Synonyms
frequent issue
widespread difficulty
typical problem
recurring issue
shared concern
Antonyms
rare problem
unique issue
uncommon difficulty
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
problema comum
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
problema comum
Standard business and formal usage
Rio de Janeiro
problema comum
Colloquially: 'um problemão comum' for emphasis
Portugal
problema comum
Standard European Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
it's a common problem
face a common problem
solve a common problem
address common problems
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