comprehensive explanations

[/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnsɪv ˌɛkspləˈneɪʃənz/]
noun phrasepl: N/A (plural in form)
explicações abrangentes
1. detailed and thorough explanations that cover all aspects or parts of a subject
The textbook provides comprehensive explanations of quantum physics concepts.
O livro didático fornece explicações abrangentes dos conceitos de física quântica.
2. complete and inclusive descriptions that leave nothing out
She gave comprehensive explanations during the training session to ensure everyone understood.
Ela forneceu explicações abrangentes durante a sessão de treinamento para garantir que todos compreendessem.
3. well-rounded clarifications that address all relevant points
The teacher's comprehensive explanations helped students grasp difficult topics.
As explicações abrangentes do professor ajudaram os alunos a compreender tópicos difíceis.
In Brazilian education and corporate settings, 'explicações abrangentes' is highly valued and reflects a communication style that prioritizes thoroughness and inclusivity. In American contexts, this phrase is commonly used in academic and professional environments to indicate high-quality instruction. The concept emphasizes the importance of understanding complete information rather than partial knowledge.
NYC Slang
the full rundown; the whole deal
Synonyms / Sinônimos
detailed explanationsthorough explanationscomplete explanationsin-depth explanationsfull explanations
Antonyms / Antônimos
brief explanationsvague explanationsincomplete explanationssuperficial explanationscursory explanations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
explicações abrangentes
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
explicações completas
often preferred; 'abrangente' is also used but 'completa' is more colloquial
São Paulo
explicações detalhadas e abrangentes
tendency to combine both 'detalhadas' and 'abrangentes' for emphasis
Portugal
explicações pormenorizadas
Portuguese preference for 'pormenorizado' over 'abrangente' in formal contexts

Related Words

clarityunderstandingdetailedthoroughlucid

Related Idioms & Phrases

leave no stone unturned
spell it out
break it down
ir direto ao ponto e cobrir tudo
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