difficult introduction

[/ˈdɪfɪkəlt ɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/]
noun phrasefemininepl: difficult introductions / introduções difíceis
introdução difícil
1. A challenging or awkward presentation of a person, topic, or concept to an audience or new context
The difficult introduction of the new policy led to confusion among employees.
A introdução difícil da nova política causou confusão entre os funcionários.
2. A problematic or uncomfortable way of meeting someone for the first time
Their difficult introduction at the party made the evening awkward.
Sua introdução difícil na festa tornou a noite constrangedora.
3. The challenging process of bringing something unfamiliar or controversial into common use or acceptance
The difficult introduction of renewable energy in rural areas faced resistance.
A introdução difícil de energia renovável em áreas rurais enfrentou resistência.
In Brazilian business culture, managing difficult introductions—whether of new products, policies, or people—is considered an important communication skill. The phrase is commonly used in corporate environments, educational settings, and social contexts. In the USA, this phrase is frequently used in marketing and tech industries when describing product launches that face consumer resistance or confusion.
NYC Slang
rough intro / sketchy introduction
Synonyms / Sinônimos
awkward introductionproblematic introductionchallenging introductiontroubled introductionrough start
Antonyms / Antônimos
smooth introductioneasy introductionseamless introductioneffortless introduction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
introdução difícil
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
introdução complicada
More colloquial alternative commonly used in business settings
Rio de Janeiro
apresentação difícil
Alternative phrasing emphasizing the presentation aspect
Portugal
introdução complicada / apresentação difícil
Both forms are acceptable; Portuguese may emphasize the practical difficulty

Related Words

introductionpresentationunveilinglaunchinitiationcommencement

Related Idioms & Phrases

break the ice
get off on the wrong foot
make a bad first impression
hit the ground running
start on the back foot
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