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fertile ground

[ˈfɜːr.təl graʊnd]
noun phrasepl: fertile grounds
solo fértil
1. Land or soil that is rich in nutrients and capable of producing abundant crops or vegetation
The valley provides fertile ground for agriculture.
O vale fornece solo fértil para a agricultura.
2. A favorable environment or circumstances for the development, growth, or success of something abstract
Social media has become fertile ground for misinformation.
As redes sociais tornaram-se solo fértil para a desinformação.
3. A promising situation or context that is conducive to innovation, creativity, or action
The startup ecosystem provides fertile ground for new entrepreneurs.
O ecossistema de startups oferece solo fértil para novos empreendedores.
Synonyms
rich soilproductive landpromising environmentconducive settingbreeding ground
Antonyms
barren groundinfertile landwastelandunfavorable environment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
solo fértil / terreno fértil
Most common usage in both literal and figurative contexts
São Paulo
solo fértil / campo propício
Often used in business and innovation discourse
Portugal
solo fértil / terra frutífera
More traditional or literary usage; 'terra frutífera' is classical Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

fertile ground for growth
fertile ground for controversy
fertile ground for ideas
sow seeds in fertile ground
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