direct solutions

[/dɪˈrɛkt səˈluːʃənz/]
noun phrase
soluções diretas
1. Straightforward answers or methods that address a problem without intermediary steps or complications
The company is looking for direct solutions to reduce production costs.
A empresa está procurando soluções diretas para reduzir custos de produção.
2. In mathematics and engineering, methods that solve problems through explicit formulas rather than iterative processes
Direct solutions in linear algebra can be found using matrix operations.
Soluções diretas em álgebra linear podem ser encontradas usando operações matriciais.
3. Immediate remedies or fixes that tackle the root cause of an issue
We need direct solutions, not temporary fixes for this infrastructure problem.
Precisamos de soluções diretas, não apenas correções temporárias para esse problema de infraestrutura.
In both American and Brazilian business contexts, 'direct solutions' is valued as a pragmatic, efficient approach. Brazilian corporate culture, influenced by both Latin American and international business practices, appreciates directness balanced with relationship-building, while American contexts often emphasize speed and efficiency. In technical/academic settings worldwide, the term carries specific methodological implications.
NYC Slang
straight-up answers, no-BS solutions
Synonyms / Sinônimos
straightforward solutionsimmediate solutionsuncomplicated answersexplicit methods
Antonyms / Antônimos
indirect solutionsroundabout methodsiterative approachesworkarounds

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
soluções diretas
Most common form across Brazil
São Paulo
soluções diretas
Standard usage in business and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
soluções diretas
Commonly used in professional communication
Portugal
soluções diretas
Same usage; also 'resoluções diretas' in formal contexts

Related Words

solutionresolutionremedyapproachmethodstrategy

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut to the chase
get to the point
hit the nail on the head
address the elephant in the room
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