continuous difficulty

[kənˈtɪnjuəs ˈdɪfɪkəlti]
noun phrasepl: continuous difficulties
dificuldade contínua
1. an ongoing or uninterrupted problem or challenge that persists over time
She faced continuous difficulty in learning the new software system.
Ela enfrentou dificuldade contínua em aprender o novo sistema de software.
2. a persistent struggle or obstacle that does not resolve quickly
The company experienced continuous difficulty meeting its quarterly targets.
A empresa experimentou dificuldade contínua em cumprir suas metas trimestrais.
3. an enduring hardship or complication that requires sustained effort to manage
Students reported continuous difficulty concentrating during remote classes.
Estudantes relataram dificuldade contínua em se concentrar durante aulas remotas.
In Brazilian Portuguese, the concept of 'dificuldade contínua' is often discussed in contexts of social inequality, economic challenges, and educational struggles. In American English, this phrase is commonly used in workplace discussions, mental health conversations, and academic settings to describe persistent challenges that require long-term solutions.
NYC Slang
an endless grind; a never-ending struggle
Synonyms / Sinônimos
ongoing difficultypersistent challengeconstant struggleprolonged hardshipunrelenting obstacle
Antonyms / Antônimos
easesimplicityconveniencetemporary challengeswift resolution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dificuldade contínua
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
dificuldade constante
alternative variation commonly used in Rio
São Paulo
dificuldade permanente
formal variation preferred in business contexts
Portugal
dificuldade contínua / permanente
both terms are acceptable; slightly less common in everyday speech

Related Words

hardshipobstacleadversitycomplicationstrugglepersistencechallengeimpediment

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the thick of it
between a rock and a hard place
up the creek without a paddle
dealing with a mountain of problems
stuck in a rut
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