difficult matters

[ˈdɪfɪkəlt ˈmætərz]

noun phrase

assuntos difíceis

1. complex or challenging issues, problems, or subjects that require careful consideration or effort to resolve

The negotiations touched on some difficult matters regarding trade agreements.

As negociações abordaram alguns assuntos difíceis relativos aos acordos comerciais.

2. sensitive or delicate topics that are hard to discuss or handle

We need to address difficult matters such as budget cuts and layoffs.

Precisamos abordar assuntos difíceis como cortes orçamentários e demissões.

NYC Slang

sticky situations; tough stuff

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

assuntos difíceis

standard usage throughout Brazil

São Paulo

assuntos complicados

commonly used alternative in business contexts

Portugal

questões delicadas

preferred in formal or diplomatic contexts

to open a can of worms (difficult matters that cause problems)

abrir a caixa de Pandora (trazer à tona assuntos difíceis)

to bite off more than one can chew (tackle difficult matters beyond one's capacity)

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