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concrete things

[ˈkɑːŋkriːt θɪŋz]
noun phrase
coisas concretas
1. Physical objects or tangible items that can be perceived through the senses; things that exist in material form rather than as abstract concepts
We need to focus on concrete things like housing and food, not abstract ideals.
Precisamos nos concentrar em coisas concretas como habitação e comida, não em ideais abstratos.
2. Specific, observable facts or evidence rather than theoretical or hypothetical matters
The research provided concrete things to measure and analyze.
A pesquisa forneceu coisas concretas para medir e analisar.
Synonyms
tangible thingsphysical objectsmaterial itemsreal thingscoisas tangíveisobjetos físicos
Antonyms
abstract thingsintangible thingscoisas abstratascoisas intangíveis

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
coisas concretas
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
coisas concretas
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

down to brass tacks - focusing on concrete things
put your finger on it - identifying concrete things or issues
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