existing drawbacks

[ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ ˈdrɔːbæks]
noun phrase
desvantagens existentes
1. Current or present limitations, disadvantages, or problems that already exist in a system, product, or situation
The existing drawbacks of this software include slow performance and poor user interface design.
As desvantagens existentes deste software incluem desempenho lento e design de interface ruim.
2. Pre-existing negative aspects that are already known or acknowledged
We must address the existing drawbacks before launching the new version.
Devemos resolver as desvantagens existentes antes de lançar a nova versão.
This phrase is commonly used in professional, technical, and academic contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian Portuguese business culture, it's frequently employed during product reviews, software evaluations, and strategic planning sessions. The term reflects a practical approach to problem-solving by first identifying what already exists before proposing improvements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
current limitationspresent disadvantagesinherent flawsexisting problemsknown issuesestablished shortcomings
Antonyms / Antônimos
advantagesbenefitsstrengthspositive aspectsimprovements

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desvantagens existentes
Standard usage in business and technical contexts
São Paulo
desvantagens atuais
Alternative phrasing commonly used in corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
problemas já conhecidos
More colloquial alternative in everyday speech
Portugal
desvantagens presentes
Slightly different phrasing preference in European Portuguese

Related Words

limitationsdisadvantagesflawsproblemsissuesshortcomingsdeficiencies

Related Idioms & Phrases

to address the existing drawbacks
to acknowledge existing drawbacks
to overcome existing drawbacks
the existing drawbacks of the system
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