consequent problems

[KON-suh-kwent PRAH-blumz]
noun phrase
problemas consequentes
1. Problems that occur as a natural result or consequence of a previous action, event, or situation
The factory closure led to consequent problems in the local economy.
O fechamento da fábrica levou a problemas consequentes na economia local.
2. Issues that follow logically or naturally from something that happened before
The heavy rain caused flooding, and the consequent problems affected thousands of residents.
A chuva forte causou enchentes, e os problemas consequentes afetaram milhares de residentes.
In business and academic contexts in Brazil, 'problemas consequentes' or 'problemas decorrentes' are formal expressions used when discussing cause-and-effect relationships. In everyday Portuguese conversation, people often use simpler phrasings like 'problemas que surgem depois' (problems that arise later) or 'problemas que resultam' (problems that result).
Synonyms / Sinônimos
resulting problemssubsequent problemsproblems arising fromfollow-on problemssecondary problems
Antonyms / Antônimos
unrelated problemsindependent problemspreceding problems

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problemas consequentes
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
problemas decorrentes
Commonly used alternative in business and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
problemas que resultam
More descriptive phrasing preferred in casual speech
Portugal
problemas consequentes
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal register

Related Words

consequenceconsequentialripple effectaftermathramificationrepercussion

Related Idioms & Phrases

a chain reaction of problems
domino effect
knock-on effects
problems down the line
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