concrete support
[/ˈkɑŋkriːt səˈpɔːrt/]
nounpl: concrete supports
apoio concreto
1. tangible, physical, or practical assistance or backing that is measurable and specific rather than abstract or vague
The government provided concrete support to small businesses through subsidies and tax breaks.
O governo forneceu apoio concreto aos pequenos negócios através de subsídios e deduções fiscais.
2. actual help or assistance that directly addresses a specific need or problem
Instead of just offering sympathy, the organization offered concrete support by providing job training programs.
Em vez de apenas oferecer simpatia, a organização ofereceu apoio concreto fornecendo programas de treinamento profissional.
3. verifiable backing or endorsement with evidence or resources
The project needs concrete support from investors to move forward.
O projeto precisa de apoio concreto de investidores para prosseguir.
In Brazilian business and political contexts, 'apoio concreto' is frequently used to distinguish between theoretical promises and actual implementation. Americans and Brazilians alike value this distinction when discussing government programs, business partnerships, or social initiatives, as it emphasizes accountability and measurable results over empty rhetoric.
NYC Slang
real help / the real deal
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