concrete remarks
[ˈkɑːŋkriːt rɪˈmɑːrks]
noun phrase
observações concretas
1. specific, factual, and tangible comments or observations based on actual evidence or real examples rather than abstract ideas
The teacher provided concrete remarks about the student's performance rather than vague criticism.
A professora forneceu observações concretas sobre o desempenho do aluno em vez de críticas vagas.
2. practical and substantive feedback or commentary that can be directly applied or understood
During the meeting, the manager made concrete remarks about what needed to be improved in the project.
Durante a reunião, o gerente fez observações concretas sobre o que precisava ser melhorado no projeto.
In both Brazilian and American professional contexts, 'concrete remarks' are highly valued in business meetings, academic evaluations, and performance reviews. They represent a culture of clarity and directness, moving away from ambiguity. In Brazil, this is particularly important in corporate environments (especially in São Paulo) where objective feedback is expected. The phrase reflects modern management practices emphasizing constructive, actionable feedback.
NYC Slang
straight-up feedback; the real deal
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