easy fixes

[/ˈiːzi ˈfɪksɪz/]
noun phrase
correções fáceis
1. Simple solutions or repairs that require minimal effort, time, or resources to resolve a problem
The mechanic said there were no easy fixes for the car's engine problem.
O mecânico disse que não havia correções fáceis para o problema do motor do carro.
2. Quick remedies or workarounds that address issues without requiring significant changes
We implemented some easy fixes to improve the website's performance.
Implementamos algumas correções fáceis para melhorar o desempenho do site.
3. Superficial or temporary solutions that do not address underlying problems
Don't look for easy fixes when the system needs a complete overhaul.
Não procure por correções fáceis quando o sistema precisa de uma revisão completa.
In Brazilian culture, the concept of 'easy fixes' relates to the famous 'jeitinho brasileiro' (Brazilian way), reflecting a cultural preference for practical, improvised solutions. In American business culture, 'easy fixes' often carry a slightly negative connotation, suggesting superficial problem-solving rather than addressing root causes. The term is commonly used in tech, automotive, and general maintenance contexts across both cultures.
NYC Slang
quick fixes
Synonyms / Sinônimos
quick fixessimple solutionsband-aid solutionstemporary fixesworkarounds
Antonyms / Antônimos
permanent solutionscomplex fixeslong-term solutionscomprehensive repairs

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
correções fáceis
Standard translation used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
jeitinhos fáceis
Colloquial term emphasizing quick workarounds, playing on the cultural concept of 'jeitinho'
São Paulo
consertos rápidos
More business-oriented variant emphasizing speed and efficiency
Portugal
reparações fáceis
European Portuguese uses 'reparações' instead of 'correções'

Related Words

troubleshootingrepairsadjustmentsimprovementsmaintenance

Related Idioms & Phrases

band-aid solution
quick and dirty fix
patch it up
slap a band-aid on it
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