extra difficulty
[ˈɛkstrə ˈdɪfɪkəlti]
noun phrasepl: extra difficulties
dificuldade extra
1. An additional or unexpected challenge or obstacle beyond what was originally anticipated or required
The project faced extra difficulty due to the shortage of materials.
O projeto enfrentou dificuldade extra devido à escassez de materiais.
2. A level of complexity or challenge that is greater than normal or standard
Learning a new language presents extra difficulty for adult learners.
Aprender um novo idioma apresenta dificuldade extra para aprendizes adultos.
3. An intensified or heightened degree of hardship or effort required to accomplish something
The storm added extra difficulty to the rescue operation.
A tempestade adicionou dificuldade extra à operação de resgate.
The phrase 'extra difficulty' is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in educational, professional, and everyday contexts. In Brazil, it's frequently heard when discussing project management, academic challenges, or unexpected obstacles. The concept is particularly relevant in discussions about accessibility and inclusive practices, where 'dificuldade extra' is used to describe additional barriers faced by people with disabilities or disadvantaged groups.
NYC Slang
a whole extra thing / added trouble
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