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far path

[/fɑːr pæθ/]
nounpl: far paths
caminho distante
1. A route or course that leads to a distant destination; a journey or trajectory that extends over a considerable distance
They chose the far path through the mountains instead of the direct route.
Eles escolheram o caminho distante pelas montanhas em vez da rota direta.
2. A figurative course of action or life direction that requires extended effort or time commitment
Success often requires taking the far path rather than seeking quick rewards.
O sucesso frequentemente requer seguir o caminho distante em vez de buscar recompensas rápidas.
Synonyms
distant routelong journeyextended pathdistant course
Antonyms
short pathdirect routenear pathshortcut

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
caminho distante
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
caminho longínquo
More formal/literary variant preferred in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

the long and winding road
a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step
take the scenic route
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